What Counts as Distracted Driving Under New York Law?

Understanding New York’s Distracted Driving Rules Key Takeaways: Distracted driving in New York under VTL § 1225-c prohibits hand-held use of mobile phones or portable electronic devices while driving, including calling, texting, browsing, and emailing, with only a narrow emergency exception. The law creates a rebuttable presumption that a driver holding a phone to their […]