NJ Raises Fines On Phone Use While Driving
Motorists who can’t put down their cellphones face tougher penalties in New Jersey.
Higher fines take effect Tuesday for motorists caught talking or texting on handheld devices. First-time offenders would have to pay between $200 and $400. Drivers convicted of a second offense would have to pay between $400 and $600, while third and subsequent offenses would face a fine of $600 to $800, might lose their licenses for 90 days and have three points assessed against their driving records.
Some police departments plan to increase patrols.
This article appeared in print on page 18 of edition of Hamodia.
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