Perspective
Mar. 7, 2014
Loophole lets Californians surf while driving, for now
The law prohibiting drivers from talking on the phone without a hands-free device doesn't extend to motorists who are using a cell phone to locate directions or access map applications. By Mandy L. Jeffcoach
Lost motorists and internet "surfers" rejoice. The California law prohibiting drivers from talking on the phone without a hands-free device does not extend to motorists who are using a cell phone to locate directions or access map applications on their smartphones. The 5th District Court of Appeal, in People v. Spriggs (No. F066927, Feb. 27, 2014), in an issue of first impression, held Vehicle Code section 23123(a) only p...
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