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How much is the distracted driving fine in Oklahoma?

We are just a few days away from Thanksgiving and the roads will be filled with more vehicles than normal. This uptick in traffic will make paying attention while driving even more important. The Battison Honda product experts working in the showroom want to make sure that everyone has a safe holiday. If you’re normally the type of driver who has picked up some bad habits along the way, we thought it would be helpful to remind you how much the distracted driving fine is in Oklahoma. We understand that your phone is a primary source for listening to music or podcasts as well as navigation, but there are some ways to use this technology without running afoul of the law. Let’s take a look at some things you should know.

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Is texting-and-driving a primary offense?

The State of Oklahoma made texting-and-driving a primary traffic offense when the law was enacted in 2015. This means that a police officer can pull a driver over for texting-and-driving, even if they aren’t doing anything else illegal. The first offense will carry a fine of $100. Additionally, if police determine that a driver is not devoting their full attention to driving, in general, they could be fined another $100. Young drivers who are still in the graduated or probational license program cannot use any devices while behind the wheel. This also includes hands-free options.

More changes coming

In the course of our research on this topic, Battison Honda product experts found that there are more changes coming to the state’s texting while behind the wheel laws. Senate Bill 17 has been sent to the House for approval. This pending law would make it illegal for all drivers to use handheld devices in school zones.

Many new Honda vehicles come with smartphone-compatible technology that will help drivers make full use of their smartphones while keeping them compliant with local and state laws. Customers can see a full demonstration of this capability when they make an appointment with a Battison Honda product expert today.