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Council updates 'texting while driving' code to clarify wireless-device rules
Summary
Grove City amended section 331.44 to clarify that electronic wireless communications devices — including devices plugged into vehicle chargers — are covered by the city's prohibition on holding or supporting devices while driving, aligning local code with state law and addressing enforcement confusion.
Grove City council adopted Ordinance C3225 on Aug. 4 to amend section 331.44 of the codified ordinances and clarify that prohibitions on texting while driving apply to electronic wireless communications devices, even if the device is plugged into the vehicle.
City Attorney Steven Smith told council the change was prompted…
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