Examples include using a cell phone, using your vehicle’s touch screen dashboard, eating or drinking, grooming, interacting with pets or adjusting the radio.
Government is upping the fines and penalties for distracted driving in this province. The maximum fine for driving without due care and attention is $1,300, while the maximum penalties for driving without due care and attention causing bodily harm or death is imprisonment for up to two years, suspension of a driver’s licence for five years and a $26,000 fine. Motorists must be completely attentive behind the wheel. The smallest distraction can have deadly consequences. Examples include using a cell phone, using your vehicle’s touch screen dashboard, eating or drinking, grooming, interacting with pets or adjusting the radio.
Power outages affecting North Shore of Bay of Islands, Gallants area
TCH near Flat Bay Junction is now closed in both directions due to a motor vehicle accident
It's time to “Stuff the Backpacks” at Staples until 2 p.m today with supplies for back to school
Major cabinet shuffle today and Humber-Gros Morne MHA Mike Goosney has a new role
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a holiday this year for employees with the city of Corner Brook
