A handheld cell phone ban goes into effect Monday in Evanston.
Evanston Police will issue verbal warnings from March 15 until March 22 in an effort to educate local drivers about the new ban. Warnings will not be issued to drivers involved in reckless or negligent driving resulting in an accident during that period.
The Evanston City Council passed the new ordinance February 10, 2010, banning the use of all handheld cell phones while operating a motor vehicle.
The ban outlaws texting while driving as well as sending emails, browsing the Internet or listening to voicemail. Drivers may talk on their phones as long as they use a hands-free device.
The ban follows many local bans including Chicago's ban in May 2005, which outlawed all handheld cell phone use.
Fines will start at $50 and may increase to $200 if an accident occurs while the driver is using the cell phone.
To view a copy of the City of Evanston's press release, click here.
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