Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part I, Title XIV, Motor Vehicles
Mass. Gen. Laws (Motor Vehicles) § 90:12A: Use of mobile telephone, hands-free mobile telephone or other mobile electronic device by operator of vehicle or vessel used in public transportation prohibited; penalties; affirmative defenses
What this law says, in plain English
Operators of public transportation vehicles and vessels are prohibited from using mobile phones or electronic devices while operating, except for official duties or emergencies. Violations result in a $500 fine.
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