As of last Friday, motorists in the state of Michigan are penalized for any use of a handheld electronic device while operating a motor vehicle. It is now illegal for drivers in the state to carry a smartphone while operating a motor vehicle.
Forbidden conduct includes holding a phone with “any part of the hands, arms, or shoulders.” On Friday, June 30, drivers will be issued tickets, fines, and/or community service for any use of a smartphone while driving other than making or receiving an emergency call to 911.
Many motorists mistakenly believe that the hands-free restrictions do not apply when they have come to a complete stop. The same restrictions apply to drivers who are stopped at red lights.
The tweet below verifies the news:
A new law went into effect today, making it illegal for Michiganders to use cellphones while driving in almost any capacity. But what about at red lights? https://t.co/Aj6xDEHBsn
— Local 4 WDIV Detroit (@Local4News) June 30, 2023
It’s against the law to hold and use a smartphone in a moving vehicle at any time, including when stopped at a red light. A penalty may still be issued if you pull out your phone when the light is red. Any initial infractions will result in a fine of $100 and/or 16 hours of community service.
In the event of a second offense, a fine of $250 and/or 24 hours of community service will be imposed. Three moving offenses within three years will result in mandatory driver education. In order for drivers to safely utilize a maps app, the program must not need them to hold the phone or enter any information manually.
The navigation system ought to be hands-free, either by being dash-mounted or being operated by voice instructions. Cellphone use through a hands-free mechanism, such as an in-car voice command system, is permitted.
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