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Can you talk on the phone while driving in Colorado?
I like to call my parents sometimes on my work commute from Boulder to Denver. I’ve never thought twice about it before, but is it legal to talk on the phone while driving in Colorado?
Drew Waterstreet · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Catching up with family is always a good time!
Colorado
does not have a law prohibiting adults from speaking on the phone while driving. There are **exceptions for minors (under 18)**—phone calls and all forms of manual cell phone usage are prohibited for this age group.While it is legal to speak on the phone while driving in Colorado, manual data entry (texting or internet browsing) is prohibited for all age groups. If you cause bodily injury as a result of a texting or emailing while driving, you could be punished with jail time and or fines. Distracted driving should be taken very seriously.
Using a bluetooth or hands-free device is a much safer way to speak on the phone while driving. Avoiding accidents can help keep your
car insurance
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