What Are The Texas Texting And Cell Phone Laws?

A: Just as the majority of other states across the country take similar steps, Texas has instated several new laws regarding the use of mobile devices while driving. All novice drivers are banned from using their cell phone or texting while driving for their first year behind the wheel. All school bus drivers (those carrying passengers under the age of 17) are banned from speaking on the phone or texting, while all bus drivers are banned from texting. Finally, no person may talk on a cell phone or text while driving in a school zone, though hands-free devices may be used in this area.