Oregon currently has laws in place banning cell phone use by those under 18 with intermediate licenses, and has passed legislation which will ban all cell phone use without hands-free devices effective January 1, 2010. Using a cell phone without hands-free technology counts as a primary offense and drivers can be pulled over if seen.
THE PENDING LEGISLATION (EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1)
Prohibits person of any age from operating motor vehicle while using mobile communication device except under certain circumstances.
