Though a state police lieutenant says more needs to be known about the existing law's effectiveness, supporters of increasing the fine to $500 say the current $50 penalty for handling a cellphone while driving fails as a deterrent.
Though a state police lieutenant says more needs to be known about the existing law's effectiveness, supporters of increasing the fine to $500 say the current $50 penalty for handling a cellphone while driving fails as a deterrent.
Though Maine State Police Lt. Bruce Scott warns that 'it would not be prudent' to dramatically increase fines before studying whether Maine's 'hands-free' law has been effective, supporters say distracted driving is 'a public health epidemic' as dangerous as drunken driving.