Mobile Phone Driving Laws

Laws in all states and territories are moving toward a tightening of mobile phone driving laws summarized below.

1. Using a hand held mobile is prohibited for learner and provisional license holders unless safely parked.
2. Mobile phone use is prohibited except if the phone
    a. is secured in a commercially designed holder fixed to the vehicle, or
    b. can be operated by the driver without touching any part of the phone.
3. Holding a mobile or resting a mobile on the driver’s lap even if not engaged in a phone call is also prohibited.

Bluetooth speaker phones and installed car kits may be used whilst the phone is in the driver’s pocket or in the console as long as the mobile phone is not touched.

Victoria


From 9 November 2009, rules governing mobile phone use while driving will be tightened.

Under the changes, using a mobile phone to make or receive a phone call while driving will be prohibited except if the phone:

• is secured in a commercially designed holder fixed to the vehicle, or
• can be operated by the driver without touching any part of the phone.

• Make sure it is a hands-free phone that is set up and working before you start driving.
• Keep the conversation short. Don't engage in complex or emotional conversations.
• Tell the person on the other end that you are driving and may have to end the call.
• Never text message (SMS) while driving.
• End the call if it is distracting you from driving.