State laws on the use of a CB radio while driving.
I was perusing the search engines looking for information on the state laws of using a CB radio or any other type of radio while driving when i came across the web site handsfreeinfo.com. According to the web site it is not illegal in WA state to operate a CB radio while driving. Although it is legal here you may want to check with local laws to see if it is legal in the state or county that you live in.
it is not illegal in WA state to operate a CB radio while driving.
According to the site CB radio falls under the distracted driver laws but is not illegal for use.
Current restrictions for WA state:
Drivers are prohibited from holding cell phones and other wireless communications devices to their ears.
Teenage drivers are barred from using all cell phones and other wireless communications devices.
Drivers are prohibited from text messaging.
Apparently the new iPhone CB hand mic would raise some issues, and might just get you out of a ticket.
You can find more info for your state or County restrictions over at handsfree.com.
Drive safely and hope to hear you on the air.
