Illinois has precise and strict laws when it comes to talking and texting on the phone while driving. Under the law, this behavior is a traffic violation. A first-time offense could result in a penalty of up to $75. Second-time offenses will result in fines of up to $125, and a fourth offense will result in fines of up to $150. Once you receive three driving violations on your record, you could have your license suspended.
These penalties may seem steep, but texting and driving is extremely dangerous. According to Illinois State Police, texting while driving makes you 23 times more likely to be involved in an accident.