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Louisiana State Police – 2008 Mardi Gras Safety Tips #2

By admin • Feb 2nd, 2008 • Category: Driving Laws

Louisiana State Police News Release
While taking part in Mardi Gras events the Louisiana State Police recommend the following tips to keep you, your family and property safe while enjoying the festivities.

1.) Parking, to put it simple “use common sense”. This may keep you from having your vehicle towed or paying a fine. Due to the [...]



Illinois – Senate Bill 140 is Law January 1st 2008

By admin • Dec 31st, 2007 • Category: Driving Laws

Starting January 1st, 2008 Illinois Senate Bill 140 prohibits drivers under the age of 19, from using a cell phone while they are driving. The other new Illinois driving law pertains to school bus drivers. This law prohibits the use of a cell phone if the bus driver is transporting students . There are exceptions to [...]



Oregon House Bill 2872 Goes into Effect January 1st, 2008

By admin • Dec 31st, 2007 • Category: Driving Laws

Oregon has a new driving law going into effect on January 1st, 2008. The new law prohibits drivers under the age of 18 from using a cell-phone while they are driving. The new cell-phone law is considered a secondary offense, meaning the driver must first be pulled over for a primary enforcement law like running [...]



California’s New Driving Laws for 2008

By admin • Dec 31st, 2007 • Category: Driving Laws

NEW YEAR USHERS IN NEW RULES FOR THE ROAD
Several new laws designed to help eliminate distractions and reinforce safety(Sacramento) With a new year on the horizon, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) wants to remind motorists of a handful of new laws, passed by the Legislature and signed by Governor Schwarzenegger, that go into effect in [...]