GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOCUSES ON THE DANGERS OF DISTRACTED DRIVING

GLENDALE, Calif., April 26 -- The Glendale Fire Department issued the following news release:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Sgt. Victor Jackson

Public Information Officer

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April 9, 2024

GLENDALE, CA - On April 9, the Glendale Police Department will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law.

Under current law, drivers are not allowed to hold a phone or electronic communications device while operating a vehicle. This includes talking, texting, or using an app. Using a handheld cell phone while driving is punishable by a fine. Violating the hands-free law for a second time within 36 months of a prior conviction for the same offense will result in a point being a...