Staskunas wants to outlaw the use of cell phones by motorists who have a probationary license. Last year 27 other states considered restrictions on motorists using cell phones, but common sense prevailed and none of those states passed a law. Wisconsin's statutes already are filled with laws passed by legislators anxious to appear tough on crime or reacting to every perceived problem in society. Wisconsin doesn't need any cell-phone legislation. Existing law can deal with the problem.
Police can cite drivers for inattentive driving if they think that cell-phone use is a hazard.
What we need are more drivers who are courteous and show common sense. And you can't legislate that. Copyright 2001 Green Bay Press-Gazette.