Alberta targets distracted drivers
Posted Apr 14, 2010 7:24 pm.
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The Stelmach government has introduced a bill to get tough on distracted drivers.
Bill 16 not only proposes banning hand-held cell phones and texting while behind the wheel, it also gives police more leeway to bust people for things like putting on lipstick, combing their hair or writing while driving.
If caught, you’ll have to fork over $172, but you won’t get any demerits added to your driver’s license.
Calgary-Hays M.L.A Art Johnston introduced the new legislation.
He says it has a good balance between enforcement and safety on the road.
Bill 16 still allows you to use hands-free cell phone devices while driving.
Alberta is one of the last provinces to introduce such measures.
