Grace Period Over: No Cell Phones While Driving In BC

Source: Flickr .jerry-b. Make sure you have a hands-free device as the one-month grace period is over for the new BC cell phone law. Check out Paul Breau’s Jan 6 post about the new BC law. As of February 1, drivers caught talking, texting or emailing can expect a $167 ticket. Ns and Ls, if you don’t want to be tempted, just put your phone in the trunk. Novice and learner drivers are banned from using any electronic device. Remember, it... [Read More...]

New Law in BC – No Cell Phones While Driving (Except Hands-Free Devices)

No cell phone use while driving (except hands-free) We’ve all heard about it – but if you need the facts about the use of cell phones while driving – here they are. With thanks to the www.hellobc.com site. It’s official, as of January 1, 2010 in British Columbia (though I’m told there is a month grace period), it is against the law to drive while using a handheld cell phone or other electronic device. Any violation of... [Read More...]