Last week was the start of the enforcement period of a ban on using mobile devices while behind the wheel.
As part of the first week of “Paul Miller’s Law” going into effect, state police conducted a three-day increased effort to deter the use of cell phones while driving. For that period, state troopers issued 694 traffic citations related to Paul Miller’s law violations along with 308 written warnings across the state. Troopers issued 6,103 other traffic citations, 4090 other warnings and made 98 DUI arrests.
The law, which was signed by Governor Josh Shapiro in 2024 prohibits the use of hand-held cell phones while driving, even if stopped at a stop light or in traffic or in other delays. Drivers can still use their phones to for 911 calls and can also use any hands-free technology to make calls, use a GPS or listen to music. Driver’s convicted under the law will face a $50 fine and will also be responsible for court costs. This builds on the texting-while-driving ban that is already in place.
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