New Cell Phone Laws Receive Broad Support

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With California recently adopting a ban on hand-held cell phone use while driving, PollingPoint wanted to hear about the laws in your area and your opinions on the safety of driving and talking.

Is the use of cell phones while driving allowed in your area?

A good portion of you consider talking on either a hand-held or hands-free phone to be very hazardous while driving a car. Many people also consider it dangerous to eat while driving.

How much do you think doing the following things while driving a car increases the likelihood of a crash?

Accordingly, over 80% of respondents supported some kind of regulation on cell phone use in cars.

Do you support laws banning cell phone use while driving?

Should younger or new drivers face harsher cell phone use restrictions than older or more experienced drivers?

A fair number of you said that even a fine of $100 or a point on your driving record would not be enough to deter you from talking while driving.

Would any of the following deter you from violating cell phone use restrictions?

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