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What is the law on texting and driving in Illinois?

April 11, 2010
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The legislature passed a law in Illinois in 2009 that prohibits texting while driving. The law went into effect on January 1, 2010. The law is set forth in the Illinois Vehicle Code at 625 ILCS 5/12-610.2. The statute prohibits more than just texting, however. A driver cannot text, instant message, email, or surf the […]

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