Officers on Patrol Highway 401 in Eastern Ontario have issued charges to thirty drivers for engaging in distracted driving.
Ontario Provincial Police Crack Down on Distracted Driving on Highway 401
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a one-day blitz targeting distracted driving on Highway 401 in eastern Ontario on Wednesday. The operation, which took place between Quinte West and Kingston, was focused on enforcing regulations against handheld device usage while driving.
Officers involved in the operation checked drivers along the stretch of highway for any signs of distracted driving. The blitz resulted in 30 charges for using a cellphone while driving, with a total of 30 drivers being penalised for their actions.
The OPP advises drivers to keep their focus on the road and to use a mounted phone if they need to use their device while driving. For first-time offenders, the fine for a distracted driving offence is $615, and a three-day licence suspension is also imposed. Additionally, a first distracted driving offence also results in three demerit points.
The OPP recommends keeping hands on the wheel and avoiding any distractions while driving. The organization emphasises the importance of safe driving and the dangers of distracted driving. The blitz was carried out to remind drivers of the importance of focusing on the road and to discourage the use of handheld devices while driving.
The charges were issued on Highway 401 during the blitz, with officers stopping drivers who were using their cellphones while driving. The blitz was a successful operation in reminding drivers of the dangers of distracted driving and the consequences of breaking the law.
The OPP encourages all drivers to prioritise safety on the roads and to avoid any distractions while driving. By keeping their focus on the road, drivers can help ensure a safer journey for themselves and others on the road. The OPP will continue to conduct operations like this one to promote safe driving and to enforce the laws against distracted driving.
