New Cellular Phone Laws that Go Into Effect July 1, 2008

Minors (under 18 years of age) VC §23124	Drivers 18 years of age or older VC §23123
are prohibited from driving a motor vehicle while using a wireless telephone, including a hands-free device, and/or a mobile service device (pagers, texting devices, laptops, etc).	are prohibited from driving a motor vehicle while using a wireless telephone unless a hands-free device is used.
Exceptions: emergency situations, for example: calls to law enforcement, health care provider, fire department, etc. while operating a vehicle on private property.	Exceptions: emergency situations, for example: calls to law enforcement, health care provider, fire department, etc. emergency service providers operating an authorized emergency vehicle during the course of employment. while operating a vehicle on private property. a person operating a commercial motor truck or truck tractor (excluding pickups), implements of husbandry, farm vehicle, school bus, transit vehicle, or tow truck, if using a two-way radio operated by a “push-to-talk” feature that does not require the device to be close to the ear.
The fines for both laws are: $20, first offense plus administrative fees. $50, second or subsequent offenses plus administrative fees.