Distracted Driving Quiz

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Question

The difference between a primary law and a secondary law in regards to No Cell Phones while Driving, is that under secondary laws, a police officer must have some other reason to stop a vehicle before citing a driver for using a cell phone, whereas if a primary law is in place, an officer can stop a driver for no reason other than cell phone use.

(A) True
(B) False

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Correct answer is:

(A) True

Explanation:

According to MeldonLaw.com, a primary offense is an offense for which a law enforcement officer can stop a car and issue a citation for violating a specific law. Secondary offense is an offense for which a driver or a passenger can receive a citation but only after a driver has been pulled over for a primary offense. The most common examples of secondary laws are not wearing a seat belt, violating curfew for minors, and of course the use of cell phones while driving in most states.

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