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New Hampshire Hands-Free Law
On July 1, 2015 New Hampshire's Hands-Free Law went into effect. What this means:
- No use of hand-held electronic devices capable of providing voice or data communication while driving or temporarily halted in traffic for a stop sign or traffic signal or other momentary delays This includes cell phones, GPS, tablets, iPods, iPads or other devices that require data entry
- Emergency calls to 911 or other public safety agencies will be allowed
- Bluetooth or other hands-free electronic devices will be allowed
- One hand non-cellular 2-way radio use will be allowed
- Teen drivers under the age of 18 will not be allowed to use any electronic devices (hand-held or not) except to report an emergency. Anyone violating this will be subject to penalties and license suspension or revocation.
- Penalties for Violations
- 1st Offense - $100 fine
- 2nd Offense - $250 fine
- 3rd Offense within 2 years - $500 fine
Follow this link to read hb 1360 in its final version: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2014/HB1360.html