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?
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’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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