It is hard to believe that texting and driving can be so damaging, but some studies say it is worse than drinking and careless driving.
Check out this video done by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit.
Remember that fines for driving with a handheld device are now $225 and soon may increase to $500+ with the Keeping Ontario’s Roads Safe Act.
UPDATE As of September 2015, a set fine of $400 was established, and at trial there could be a fine range between $300 and $1000. As well, a conviction now carries 3 demerit points.
Curtis Rutt, M.B.,C.D. is the owner of Bulwark Legal Services. Curtis can be reached at info@bulwarklegal.ca
