Governor Cuomo seeks higher penalties for drivers caught texting

Governor Andrew Cuomo of New York is seeking to crack down on drivers who text while behind the wheel, and to introduce tougher penalties for those who are caught.  On Friday, June 10, 2011, Cuomo proposed the introduction of a bill that addresses distracted driving.  This new bill would make this type of activity a primary offense, giving officers the right to pull over drivers who are caught typing on their mobile devices while the vehicle is in operation.  In New York, texting behind the wheel is still considered to…

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