We should know later this month whether lawmakers will pass a measure against texting while driving this year. Chuck Mai with Triple-A Oklahoma says the proposal has gone further this year than in the past. Supporters had hoped for a stronger measure making texting a primary driving offense, but the law being considered only lists it as a secondary offense. It means a law officer could only ticket a driver if stopped for a primary offense like speeding. Also, the maximum fine is only up to $100. Still, Mai says a half a loaf law is better than none at all, proponents can always work for a stronger measure later.
Governor Mary Fallin has said she’ll sign a texting law if it makes it to her desk.