9 states ban cellphone use while driving. Is yours on the list?

5. New Jersey

In New Jersey, all drivers can be pulled over for hand-held cellphone use.

Drivers of all ages in the Garden State can also be pulled over for texting or using video games (yes, video games).

Fines start at $100. But legislation is under consideration that could increase fines to as much as $600 and include the suspension of a driver's license.

Learner’s permit and probationary license holders cannot use any kind of cellphone when driving. These drivers are also prohibited from using other portable wireless electronic devices, such as iPods with hands-free accessories, according to handsfreeinfo.com.

The same goes for school bus drivers - no texting, no hands-free, and no hand-held cellphone use.

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