Demerit points now included for distracted driving in Alberta
Posted Dec 9, 2015 1:16 pm.
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Starting on Jan. 1, 2016 distracted driving will cost you more than just $287.
After much debate and discussion, the transportation minister passed an order in council, increasing penalties to include three demerit points when you are nabbed for distracted driving.
The law covers a number of areas, including holding or viewing a cellphone or GPS, along with reading or doing personal grooming.
City police have long stated that more needed to be done to stop distracted driving.
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