It only takes a few seconds to be distracted while driving. In that short time, you could cause a crash that leads to a serious injury or even death.
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Watch this video from the Fox 5 Morning News where Sheriff's Traffic Lieutenant Herbert Taft explains the DOs and DON'Ts when you're behind the wheel.
Remember ... DISTRACTED DRIVING: IT'S NOT WORTH IT!
All month long, the Sheriff's Department will have a "zero tolerance" policy toward drivers caught using a hand-held cell phone.
If you are caught violating California's cell phone laws, you will be cited and face a minimum fine of $161 with subsequent violations being higher.
New teenage drivers can learn all about responsible driving by taking a "Start Smart" class. The two-hour class teaches teens all about driver safety, including not texting and driving.
To learn more about the "Start Smart" program, go to: sdsheriff.net/startsmart.
