Distracted driving law cracks down on devices

Holding an electronic device to answer a call or read a message could cost drivers even more. The “Dangerously Distracted Driving Law” goes into effect July 23, instituting fines for those driving while holding an electronic device.

“I think it is a valuable law,” said Sheriff Brett Myers. He pointed out there are already laws on the books that cover the offenses, but “laws like this help remind us.”

The law states that after July 23 drivers cannot hold a cell phone or electronic device in their hand while driving, use a finger to scroll through or operate an electronic device, view videos of...