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Can you eat while driving?

I have a long commute to work in the morning, and I tend to pick up breakfast along the way. I drive extra carefully while I’m eating, but I worry about getting a ticket. Is it legal to eat while driving?

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Holden Easterbrook · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Early morning commutes are tough, and something nice like a
podcast
or hot meal will certainly make them a little more enjoyable. However, you’ll want to be careful while you’re chowing down because there are a lot of dangers that go along with eating and driving.
While there aren’t any states that expressly prohibit eating and driving, you aren’t completely in the clear:
  • You could still be ticketed for
    distracted driving
    if a police officer notices what you’re doing
  • You’re putting yourself at a greater risk of an accident because your attention is divided
  • You’re more likely to make a mess of yourself and your car, which could distract you even more
Ideally, you should eat before getting behind the wheel or wait until you reach your destination. By doing that, you can enjoy your meal while you do something safer—browsing more affordable
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