Mobile Phones While Driving
New laws on mobile phones while driving If you’re not already aware on 1 February 2020 the penalty for using your mobile phone whilst driving increased to a fine of $1000.00 and 4 demerit points. For drivers caught twice within 12 months, double demerit points apply, and you may now lose your licence. The law which provides that you cannot use a mobile phone while driving is found in section 244O of the Transport Operations (Road Use Management – Road Rules) Regulation 2004:- 244O Using mobile phones on device A person must not use a mobile phone that the person is...
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