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New Jersey Phone Use While Driving Laws (2026)
Restricted: New Jersey bans handheld use of a wireless phone or other device for all drivers and requires hands-free use instead (N.J.S.A. 39:4-97.3).
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Phone Use While Driving in states bordering New Jersey
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- DelawareRestricted
Delaware bans handheld electronic device use for all drivers and requires hands-free use instead. See 21 Del. C. 4176C.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: delcode.delaware.gov · Full Delaware rule →
- New YorkRestricted
New York bans handheld phone use and the use of portable electronic devices for all drivers; hands-free is required (NY VTL 1225-c for phones, 1225-d for portable electronic devices).
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: nysenate.gov · Full New York rule →
- PennsylvaniaRestricted
Under Paul Miller's Law, Pennsylvania bans handheld use of any interactive mobile device for all drivers and requires hands-free use instead. The law took effect June 5, 2025 with warnings only in its first year, and $50 fines began June 5, 2026 (75 Pa.C.S. 3316.1).
Verified Jul 13, 2026 · Source: pa.gov · Full Pennsylvania rule →
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