Effective July 1, 2008, it is a criminal offense infraction in California for a juvenile
(person under 18) to drive a motor vehicle while using a wireless telephone, even if equipped with a
hands-free device, or while using a mobile service device. The Vehicle Code Violation is punishable
by a $20 fine (plus penalty assessments which can triple the fine) for a first offense, or a
$50 fine, subsequent offense....
Read More