COLUMBUS, Ohio — April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which has become an epidemic on our roads, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. There are deadly and expensive consequences when it comes to distracted driving. Ohio State Highway Patrol
It has been one year since Ohio's distracted driving law took effect. Depending on the offense, penalties can include fines of up to $500 or getting your driver's license suspended. OSHP Lt. Ray Santiago said these fines keep people from paying the ultimate price. Also, after the distracted driving law took effect with a five-month grace period, Lt. Santiago said the OHSP has seen encouraging numbers.
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