Michigan's New Hands-Free Driving Law: What Drivers Need to Know

Michigan's new distracted driving law is now in effect, making it illegal to hold or touch a phone while driving. The law aims to reduce distracted driving crashes and fatalities. Violations can result in fines starting at $100 for first-time offenses, increasing to $250 for subsequent offenses, and may require a driver's improvement course for repeat offenders. Exceptions are made for law enforcement, first responders, and emergency calls to 911.