Gov. Ducey signs statewide texting ban

TUCSON – Driving while on your cellphone is officially banned, Gov. Doug Ducey signed House Bill 2318, which bans handheld cellphone use by motorists in the entire state, on Monday.
On Friday, Arizona lawmakers approved the comprehensive statewide ban following an approving 44-16 vote by the House.Beginning on January 1, 2021, motorists caught using a handheld device while behind the wheel may be issued a citation for up to $149 for the first violation. They can receive a citation of up to