Distracted Driving Laws: Texas

Hand-Held Ban?

Yes, in school crossing zones and on public school property only. Primary law.

All Cell Phone Ban?

School Bus Drivers

Yes, with minor passengers. Primary law.

Novice Drivers

Drivers under 18. Primary law.

Text Messaging Ban?

All drivers. Primary law.

*Note: Texas has banned the use of hand-held phones in school zones.

State
Texas
Issue
Distracted Driving
Determinations
Hand-Held Ban?

Yes, in school crossing zones and on public school property only. Primary law.

All Cell Phone Ban? School Bus Drivers

Yes, with minor passengers. Primary law.

All Cell Phone Ban? Novice Drivers

Drivers under 18. Primary law.

Text Messaging Ban?

All drivers. Primary law.