North Carolina Wireless Telephone Laws
Two new laws dealing with the use of wireless telephones while driving went into effect on July 1, 2008. Below is a list of Frequently Asked Questions concerning these new laws.
Q: When did the new wireless telephone laws take effect?
A: The new laws took effect July 1, 2008
Q: What is the difference between the two laws?
A: The first prohibits all drivers from using a handheld wireless telephone while operating a motor vehicle. (Vehicle Code (VC) 23123). Motorists 18 and over may use a hands-free device. Drivers under the age of 18 may NOT use a wireless telephone or hands-free device while operating a motor vehicle(VC 23124).
Q: What if I need to use my telephone during an emergency, and I do not have a hands- free device?
A: The law allows a driver to use a wireless telephone to make emergency calls to a law enforcement agency, a medical provider, the fire department, or other emergency services agency.
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