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Can you talk on the phone while driving in Indiana?

My sister and I were out running errands the other day, and she freaked out when I took a call while I was driving. I used the hand-free feature in my car for the call, but she swears even that is illegal because I’m only 20. Is it illegal to talk on the phone while driving in Indiana?

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Sarah Gray · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Your sister is right. Drivers under 21 years old cannot talk on the phone while driving in
Indiana
.
Drivers 21 and over are allowed to use hands-free features on their phones when they’re behind the wheel. But Indiana’s
distracted driving laws
prohibit younger drivers from using their phones at all.
If you’re caught using your phone while driving, you could face fines of up to $500, as well as points on your license.
A ticket for distracted driving in Indiana can get expensive fast, and it will also cause your car insurance premiums to increase. Even with a few tickets, though,
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