{"id":1730,"date":"2018-07-17T17:25:20","date_gmt":"2018-07-17T17:25:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ticketclinic.com\/?p=1730"},"modified":"2023-02-17T18:26:30","modified_gmt":"2023-02-17T18:26:30","slug":"15-facts-about-texting-driving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ticketclinic.com\/es\/blog\/15-facts-about-texting-driving\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Facts About Texting &#038; Driving"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Texting and driving is a huge topic in today\u2019s society. Here are some important things you should know about the effects of reckless driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong> Even Hands-Free Technology Is Unsafe<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The consequences of usafe driving aren\u2019t limited to physically picking up your phone. You may think that using Bluetooth technology or a headset is safe. Unfortunately, even using voice commands can result in dangerous distractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n<li><strong> It\u2019s Especially Common Among Teens<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The group of people that are most likely to receive a California texting ticket are teenagers. Adolescents are also more likely to die in distracted driving accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n<li><strong> Sending a Text Takes Longer Than You Think<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You may think it only takes a second or less to send a message, but the reality is quite different. It takes about 5 seconds on average to send a text message. If you\u2019re driving at 55 mph while sending a text, you may travel the equivalent length of a football field with your eyes off the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li><strong> Drivers Aren\u2019t the Only Guilty Ones<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If your friends, family members, or co-workers know that you\u2019re driving, they should avoid texting or calling you. This will reduce the temptation you get to use your phone while on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\">\n<li><strong> Nine People Die from Distracted Driving Every Day<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>While terrorist attacks and gun violence may make the news, the fact that distracted driving takes so many lives often goes underreported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"6\">\n<li><strong> Distracted Driving Crashes Make Up 18% of Deadly Crashes<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This means thousands of people die every year due to texting and driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"7\">\n<li><strong> It Puts Everyone\u2019s Life at Risk<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking your attention from the important task of driving safely puts every person around you at risk of dying\u2013including yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"8\">\n<li><strong> Our Society Is Addicted to Smartphones<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>One reason texting and driving is such a monumental issue is because we can\u2019t go without our phones for an extended period of time. Some people can\u2019t even go a few minutes without checking their phones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"9\">\n<li><strong> It\u2019s Illegal<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Several states have specifically outlawed texting and driving. Even in states without these laws, it\u2019s still unlawful to partake in reckless driving. If a cop catches you being distracted and careless, you\u2019ll need <a href=\"https:\/\/ticketclinic.com\/es\/services\/reckless-careless-driving\/\">reckless driving lawyers<\/a> to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"10\">\n<li><strong> It Makes You Take Your Hands Off the Wheel<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to use at least one hand to use your phone while driving. This means you won\u2019t be physically ready to react to any dangerous situations that occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"11\">\n<li><strong> It Takes Your Eyes Off the Road<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Using your phone diverts your eyes from your mirrors, blind spots, and the road in front of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"12\">\n<li><strong> Texting May Lead to Other Dangerous Distractions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re prone to using your phone while driving, you may think it\u2019s no big deal to eat, drink, or apply makeup while driving. However, all these distractions are dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"13\">\n<li><strong> Solo Motorists Text More<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>On average, drivers are less likely to text if they have at least one passenger. Driving alone makes it more tempting to text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"14\">\n<li><strong> You May Face Murder Charges for Distracted Driving<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This is how serious texting and driving is. When you take your attention away from driving, you can crash into another car or run into a pedestrian. If this results in a fatality, you may face severe criminal penalties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"15\">\n<li><strong> People Don\u2019t Take This Information Seriously Enough <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You may forget about these facts and statistics by the next time you drive. Make sure you take these warnings to heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While most people understand that texting and driving is wrong, it\u2019s still a common activity. If you face any tickets or criminal charges for distracted driving, make sure you contact a <a href=\"https:\/\/ticketclinic.com\/es\/services\/\">traffic ticket fixer<\/a> from The Ticket Clinic.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Texting and driving is a huge topic in today\u2019s society. Here are some important things you should know about the effects of reckless driving. The consequences of usafe driving aren\u2019t limited to physically picking up your phone. You may think that using Bluetooth technology or a headset is safe. 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