by A new law in Pennsylvania is set to improve road safety by prohibiting drivers from using handheld phones while behind the wheel. Effective June 5, 2025, the legislation will ban drivers from holding their phones for activities such as texting, calling, scrolling, or checking social media.
Key Details of the New Pennsylvania Law
The law aims to reduce distracted driving by making it illegal to hold a phone while operating a vehicle. However, there is a notable exception: drivers can still use their phones to make emergency calls.
A one-year grace period will allow drivers to adjust to the new rules. After this period, law enforcement will begin issuing fines up to $50 for violations.
The implementation of this law comes as part of ongoing efforts to enhance road safety across Pennsylvania, aiming to decrease accidents caused by distracted driving.
What Drivers Need to Know:
- When: The law begins on June 5, 2025.
- What’s banned: Holding a phone for calls, texting, or social media use while driving.
- Exception: Emergency calls are permitted.
- Grace period: Drivers will receive warnings for the first year.
- Fines: After the grace period, fines of up to $50 will be issued for violations.
The goal of this new legislation is to prevent accidents and save lives, ensuring safer roadways for all Pennsylvanians.
