Police can fine Pa. drivers for holding cellphones, even at red lights
Drivers can be cited for holding a cellphone while operating a vehicle, with penalties that grow if a phone-related crash or a work-zone violation occurs.
Pennsylvania law allows police to issue fines to drivers who hold cellphones while driving, including when stopped at red lights. Fines start at $50 and can increase if a driver is involved in a crash while holding a phone or is cited in a work zone.