Ohio - Starting Tuesday April 4 a new law will prohibit all Ohio drivers from using or holding wireless digital screens like cell phones, digital watches, tablets or GPS while operating a vehicle. 

Violating this law will be considered a primary offense. 

That means if law enforcement sees you texting or operating an electronic device while driving, they can and will pull you over.

For the next six months if you are caught violating this law you will be given a warning. Later this year in October the law will be strictly enforced and citations will be given to violators. The fees can be costly. 

According to Ohio State Highway Patrol Sergeant, Ray Santiago penalties for breaking this law includes: 

•  First offense: 2 points on license, up to $150 fine.
• Second offense: 3 points on your license, up to $250 fine.
• Three or more offenses: 4 points on license; up to $500 fine, potential 90-day license suspension.

There are some exceptions to this law. For example talking on the phone while holding it directly to your ear is allowed while operating a vehicle or using a navigation system. Provided that drivers refrain from inputting letters, number or symbols into the device . 

The law will be enforced Oct. 4, 2023.