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West Virginia Phone Use While Driving Laws (2026)

Restricted: West Virginia requires all drivers to go hands-free: you may not physically hold or support a device, and you may not make handheld calls (WV Code 17C-14-15).

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

West Virginia requires all drivers to go hands-free: you may not physically hold or support a device, and you may not make handheld calls (WV Code 17C-14-15).

Official source: code.wvlegislature.gov →

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