You may be hearing a lot about distracted driving here in Virginia recently. This is because of recently-passed legislation making it illegal to hold a phone or other device while driving a vehicle. The law went into effect on July 1, 2020, but authorities began enforcing it on January 1, 2021 in order to educate the public. According to Drive Smart Virginia, 'Violating the law is punishable, for a first offense, by a fine of $125 and, for a second or subsequent offense, by a fine of $250. Breaking the law in a highway work zone is punishable by a mandatory $250 fine.' Read More