Sheriff plans texting while driving enforcement
Sheriff says all drivers are at risk from distracted crashes
March 2, 2022Updated: March 4, 2022
By News Channel Nebraska
By News Channel NebraskaNEBRASKA CITY – The Otoe County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in the “ U Drive. U Text. U Pay” awareness campaign April 4 – 10.
A sheriff’s office press release says extra deputies will conduct high visibility patrols with emphasis on cellular device laws.
The U Drive. U Text. U Pay campaign reminds motorists of the dangers of texting while driving. It is illegal in 48 states, including Nebraska.
The sheriff’s office says drivers age 16 to 24 have a higher rate of violations, but all drivers are at risk from distracted driving crashes.
Driving tips:
- If you must send or receive a text, pull over to a safe location and park your car first.
- If you have passengers, appoint a designated texter to handle all your texting
- If you can’t resist the temptation to look at your phone, keep it in the trunk.
The mobilization is funded by a grant from the Nebraska Office of Highway Safety.