NORTH SCITUATE — Col. James M. Manni, Superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police, says additional troopers have been assigned to special patrols this week to enforce the state’s texting-while-driving […]
Rhode Island’s new “hands-free” law goes into effect on June 1, prohibiting any driver’s use of hand-held wireless communication devices, imposing a $100 fine for each violation.
RI Attorney General Peter F. Kilmartin warned teen drivers on the dangers and consequences of distracted driving at Pilgrim High School this afternoon as his “It Can Wait” campaign enters its fourth year.