REMINDER ~ New Laws On October 1st

PARK THE PHONE BEFORE YOU DRIVE

ALL Maryland drivers are prohibited from using their hands to operate a wireless device while their vehicle is in motion.

If you illegally use a wireless device while driving, you can be ticketed--$83 for the first offense, $140 for the second offense, and $160 for subsequent offenses.


BUCKLE UP IN ALL SEATS

ALL drivers and front seat passengers in motor vehicles must use a seat belt. This is a primary traffic offense and carries a fine of $83.

Passengers riding in the rear seat need to be belted too.

This is a secondary traffic offense which carries a fine of $83.

The child safety seat law continues to be enforced and carries an increased fine of $83.

Submitted:
Maryland State Police