El Paso Police Issue Clarification On Cell Phone Ban
The El Paso Police Department is trying to clarify any confusion about wireless devices stemming from the cell phone ban recently passed by City Council.
According to El Paso Police, you can use your wireless communication device while stopped and off of the roadway. You can also use it if it is integrated with or attached to the vehicle.
In addition, all wireless devices must be used solely in “voice-activated” or “hands-free” mode while driving.
El Paso Police say even the “temporary or brief use of a hand-held wireless communication device is generally unacceptable and can result in a citation.”
They add drivers who use hands-free devices can still get a citation if it is determined the driver becomes distracted or is operating the vehicle in an unsafe manner.
The bottom line, according to police: If you hold your cell phone while driving or use a hands-free device in an unsafe manner, you may be ticketed by police.
