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Are there any federal laws ...

Updated: May 8, 2012

No. Those laws fall under the jurisdiction of individual states.

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How do the states deal with this problem?...

What, if anything, is NHTSA doing ...

What, if anything, is NHTSA doing to try to combat this problem?...

Is talking on a cell phone any worse ...

Is talking on a cell phone any worse than having a conversation with someone in the car?...

Is it safe to use hands-free?

Is it safe to use hands-free (headset, speakerphone, or other device) cell phones while driving?...

Who are the offenders, and how great a problem is this?

Who are the offenders and how great a problem is this?...

Why do people do it?

Why do people do it?...

What is distracted driving?

What is distracted driving?...

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