Say NO to Driving & Hand-Held Cell Phones

The local paper recently had an article written by the editor that lamented the wide-spread use of cell phones by drivers. The Editor pointed out that first, it's a blatant violation of state law and, more important, it has been shown to contribute to numerous accidents. He goes on to point out the lack of apparent interest by local law enforcement and calls for a crack down on drivers like the one shown here who continue to flout the law. He further asks all drivers to recognize the danger of this activity and stop using their hand-held cell phones. As if anyone is going to heed his plea! I have an idea that I guarantee will work. Jack up the fines for cell phone use while driving. Right now, most motorists get off with a warning. They get off completely if they can show a receipt within a given period of time for a wireless setup. I say forget the warnings. Fine every motorist who's in violation of this law at least $1000. Further, if it can be shown that using a cell phone for either talking or texting contributed to an accident, make the fine a minimum of $10,000 or loss of license. There are two ways to get people to change their behavior-loss of money or loss of freedoms. Pleading with them is ridiculous. Get tough or repeal the law.