Big Island cell phone ban goes into effect 1/1/2010

December 15th, 2009

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Starting January 1st, 2010, you will not be able to use a cell phone or electronic mobile device unless it’s hands free on the Big Island. The penalty for doing so is up to $150 or $500 if you are involved in an accident while using these devices. The devices included in this ban are cell phones, text message or paging devices, PDA’s, laptops, video games, digital cameras.

It doesn’t include navigation systems, on board emergency systems or DVDs for back seat passengers.

The half exception to the rule is making a 911 call which they would have to prove a call to 911 was made and the driver could still be cited.

Those planning a trip to the islands, remember to pull over to make calls or have your passenger make any necessary calls on the Big Island.

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