From June 3rd through June 20, 2022, Nevada’s law enforcement agencies throughout the state will be Joining Forces and citing distracted drivers.
Nevada law states that any use of a handheld electronic device – cell phone, mp3 player, GPS device, etc. – while driving is illegal.
Nevada’s ban on handheld devices while driving went into effect January 1, 2012 and law enforcement continues to spot and cite offenders every day.
The Governor’s Highway Safety Association provides the following tips to help limit driving distractions and increase safety:
• Turn it off. Turn your phone off or switch to silent mode before you get in the car.
• Spread the word. Set up a special message to tell callers that you are driving, and you’ll get back to them as soon as possible.
• If you need to make a call, find a legal and safe place to pull over and park first.
• Use your passengers. Ask a passenger to make the call for you.
• Prepare. Review maps and directions before you start to drive. If you need help when you are on the road, pull over to a safe location to review the directions again.
• Focus on the task at hand. Refrain from smoking, eating, drinking, reading and any other activity that takes your mind and eyes off the road.
Using a cell phone while driving is distracting, but doing anything other than focusing on the road can be equally hazardous.
The Nevada State Police Highway Patrol urges everyone to be safe, distraction-free drivers.
(Nevada State Police)
