What is the rule regarding cellphone use while driving in New York?

What is the rule regarding cellphone use while driving in New York?

• A. Handheld cell phone use is prohibited; use a hands-free device or avoid use altogether, except for emergencies.
• B. Handheld use is allowed at all times.
• C. You must use a headset but not hands-free.
• D. Texting is allowed when in traffic.

Answer: (A)

New York law prohibits holding a cellphone while driving. If you need to talk or use the phone, you must use a hands-free device (such as Bluetooth or a car system) or avoid using the phone altogether, with emergencies as the exception. This directly reflects the rule being tested: no holding the phone, use hands-free, and avoid use unless it’s an emergency. Texting while driving is also illegal for all drivers, so statements suggesting texting is allowed are incorrect. The idea that you must use a headset but not hands-free isn’t accurate because hands-free use encompasses more than just a headset, including built-in car systems.

New York law prohibits holding a cellphone while driving. If you need to talk or use the phone, you must use a hands-free device (such as Bluetooth or a car system) or avoid using the phone altogether, with emergencies as the exception. This directly reflects the rule being tested: no holding the phone, use hands-free, and avoid use unless it’s an emergency. Texting while driving is also illegal for all drivers, so statements suggesting texting is allowed are incorrect. The idea that you must use a headset but not hands-free isn’t accurate because hands-free use encompasses more than just a headset, including built-in car systems.