You can also hold your phone when safely stopped to:
- pay for goods and services (example, drive-through)
- gain access to a car park
- present a digital driver's licence or other documents when stopped by police
You will get a penalty if you are caught illegally using your phone while driving or during a traffic stop. It is an offence if you hold your phone to text, call, or perform other functions that will divert your focus. You will receive $1,033 and 4 demerits will be recorded in your traffic history. This will be doubled if you commit the same offence within one year.
It is your responsibility to be a safe driver. And part of this is to obey the rules when it comes to using your mobile phone while driving. As an additional precautionary measure, you should put it out of your sight and reach. This way, you won’t be tempted to use your phone while stuck in traffic or during your drive.