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Can you talk on the phone while driving in Virginia?

I overslept and now I’m late to work! I hurried out the door and forgot to call my boss to say I’m on the way. Can I make a phone call while driving in VA?

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Cassandra Hamilton · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Ugh, being late for work is such a bad feeling! Luckily, most workplaces are understanding—oversleeping happens to the best of us.
You can talk on the phone while driving in
Virginia
so long as you use hands-free technology. So go ahead and give your boss a call!
If you’re wondering what counts as hands-free, as long as you are not touching the phone with any part of your body, you’re in the clear. Some hands-free options include:
  • Connecting your phone to your car’s audio system
  • Using a Bluetooth device
  • Putting your call on speakerphone (use a dash mount for best results)
If you get caught touching your phone while driving, you’ll be issued a ticket. Tickets go on your record, which
car insurance
companies use to price your insurance rates.
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