NEWINGTON, CT – SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 — Texting and driving is one of the most dangerous forms of distracted driving. And beginning on October 1, it is about to get more expensive. Starting October 1, the fines for driving while distracted are: For first violation, offenders are fined $200 (was previously $150)For a second violation, offenders are fine $375 (was previously $300)For a third or subsequent violation, offenders are fined $625 (was formerly $500) “Throughout October, there will be a greater effort to cut down on distracted driving,” said Commissioner Joseph Giulietti of the Connecticut Department of Transportation. “State and local police will be increasing enforcement of the distracted driving law - which now carries a much heftier fine for offenders.” Over the…
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