Certainly, texting while you’re driving makes no sense. How can you pay attention to the road when you’re staring at the phone screen?
As of Oct. 1, it isn’t just a bad idea – it’s also illegal. The state of Florida has prohibited the practice. The only exception is if you’re stopped at a red light or using a “talk-to-text” service like Apple’s Siri.
For more information about the ban, click here.
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