New teen driving law takes effect Thursday in Michigan
Posted: Mar 27, 2013 4:58 PM EDT | Updated: Nov 5, 2014 8:02 PM EDT
A new law takes effect on Thursday that affects teen drivers in Michigan with a Level 1 or Level 2 license under the Graduated Driver Licensing program. The teens are not allowed to use a cell phone while driving.
The law, known as Kelsey’s Law, was named for Kelsey Raffaele, 17, of Sault Ste. Marie Michigan who was killed in a cell phone related crash in 2010.
Exemptions to the law include emergency situations and hands-free devices.
If a teen violates the law, it is a civil infraction with a fine up to $100. It does not impact participation in the GDL program.