The new cell phone law

You probably haven't considered this yet, so here you go.

I'm sure everyone is aware of the new law in California regarding cell phone usage that goes into effect on July 1, 2008. Basically, if you want to talk on the phone while you are driving, you must use a hands-free device. Bluetooth, a basic headset, it all works. But here's where it gets stupid.

If you want to use a Nextel- or Boost-type push-to-talk radio (think the annoying chirp followed by someone's too-loud voice while you are in the grocery store), in the car...you must STILL USE A HANDS-FREE DEVICE.

Let me let that sink in a little bit.

To reiterate, the point of push-to-talk is avoiding having to dial a phone number, wait for it to ring, and hold it up to your head. So, with the new law, you will still need a hands-free setup...BUT TO USE TO PHONE/RADIO, YOU STILL HAVE TO "PUSH-TO-TALK."


I love legislation.