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Indiana Phone Use While Driving Laws (2026)

Restricted: Indiana bans handheld use for all drivers — hands-free only.

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

Indiana bans handheld use for all drivers — hands-free only. The ban took effect July 1, 2020 under HEA 1070. IC 9-21-8-59 says you may not hold a telecommunications device while driving.

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