Illinois · Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5)
625 ILCS 5 § 12-610.2: Electronic communication devices
What this law says, in plain English
A person may not operate a motor vehicle while using an electronic communication device to text, watch video, video conference, or access social media. Violations result in fines; aggravated use causing injury or death carries a minimum $1,000 fine.
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