For people living in the state of Oregon and for those who visit or even those who are not visiting but driving on any road or freeway in the state of Oregon, here is a huge WAKE UP & PAY ATTENTION tap on the noggin for people (ie, like my elderly mother who refuses to get off her phone) who can't stay off their phones while driving. Not only will fines and punishment be much more severe, but any ticket you earn for not staying off your phone or electronic device (i-pad, i-tune/i-pod player, ANYTHING any electronic gadgetry) will cost you in severe fines, time in jail (one year in jail for your second ? Offense within TEN years), plus you can't ever get it off your record. FYI--- CAR Insurance issuers Can and Will revoke your insurance and/or impose bigger fees and limitations on your coverage or drop you without notice!
Please DO NOT think you are above the law here and that it won't happen to you, because it WILL happen to you if you refuse to put your phone down and not think of your own safety first, or the safety of others!
Btw, and I'm not bragging, but I have a flawless driving record....Safety First is an important credo in my personal and professional life.
LINK TO PRESS RELEASE :
http://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/...d_driving.html