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SB 0479 - Rules of the Road; use of a stand-alone electronic device; persons under 18 years of age while operating a motor vehicle; prohibit

Tracking Level: Monitor
Sponsor: P.K. Martin
Last Action: 3/12/2020 - Senate Tabled
Senate Committee: Public Safety
Assigned To:
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Staff Analysis of the Legislation

SB 479 amends Chapter 6 of Title 40 of the OCGA to remove the different levels of punishment for individuals who violate distracted driving regulations and for these convicted individuals to be guilty of a misdemeanor and punished with a fine of $25.00 to $100.00.

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