Consequences Of Texting And Driving

There are many different reasons car accidents occur. However, one of the most common reasons for one to happen is texting while driving. Texting is not the only distraction that can come from the use of a cellphone.

People can answer the phone, surf the internet, or check social media while driving which can all lead to an accident. Text messaging requires a person’s visual, manual and cognitive attention which make it the most dangerous distraction on a cell phone. 

Aside from getting into a car accident there are a few other consequences of texting and driving:

• Tickets: Many states have laws in place that allow law enforcement to distribute a traffic citation for texting and driving. Along with the citation comes a fine.
• Points: Once you receive a ticket and fine, you can incur points on your drivers license as well. If you accumulate too many points, you have the potential of losing your driving privileges. 
• Penalties: Insurance companies have access to your driving record and know if you accumulate points for texting and driving. If your insurance company believes you to be an at-risk driver, your premiums can increase drastically. 
• Punishments: If you cause a serious accident while texting and driving, you could be looking at jail time.