“No text message, phone call or social media post is worth the risk.” That’s the message to drivers in Colorado where phone use behind the wheel is illegal.
According to the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), distracted driving remains one of the leading causes of crashes in the State and the organization is urging motorists to take advantage of tools like ‘Do Not Disturb’ on their cellphone or other mobile device.
“Cellphones, smartwatches and other mobile devices make it very tempting to call, text and scroll while behind the wheel,” said Col. Matthew C. Packard, chief of Colorado State Patrol.
“These decisions, despite feeling harmless or second nature in the moment, increase the likelihood of a crash and put the lives of everyone on the road in danger.
“Using a device behind the wheel is a five-second blindfold for any driver. No text message, phone call or social media post is worth the risk.”
