Kentucky · Kentucky Revised Statutes — Motor Vehicles (Ch. 186–189A)
KRS (Motor Vehicles) § 189.292: Use of personal communication device prohibited while operating motor vehicle in motion on traveled portion of roadway -- Exclusions -- Administrative regulations
What this law says, in plain English
It is illegal to write, send, or read text messages while driving a motor vehicle on a roadway. Exceptions include GPS use, emergency calls, and reporting crimes or summoning help.
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