14 charges distracted driving charges laid during week long campaign

Not a great week, depending on how you look at it for the OPP. Specifically, when it comes to distracted driving. During this week’s distracted driving campaign 157 traffic stops were conducted and 14 Distracted Driving charges were issued. The OPP say that while it’s only 14… it’s 14 too many.
Distracted driving remains a serious road safety issue. The OPP is encouraging people of all ages, especially passengers, to take a firm stand against those who endanger their lives and the lives of others by using their cell phones or engaging in other forms of distractions behind the wheel.