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Rhode Island Phone Use While Driving Laws (2026)

Restricted: Handheld phone use (talking) banned for all drivers; hands-free required.

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

Handheld phone use (talking) banned for all drivers; hands-free required. R.I.G.L. 31-22-31 (texting also banned, 31-22-30).

Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov →

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