Cellphone bans begins Oct. 26 - Tickets for handheld devices Feb. 1

Ontario’s ban on the use of cellphones, BlackBerrys and other hand-held electronic devices by drivers will take effect Oct. 26.

Motorists can expect a three-month education period when the ban first comes into effect, which means police will show some leniency.

But police will begin issuing tickets next Feb. 1.

Ontario drivers could be fined up to $500 if they’re caught using their hand-held cellphones or BlackBerrys to talk, e-mail or send text messages while behind the wheel.

Comments

[Tony the tiger]

It's about time......I against using any electronic device while driving.....Hell you got the radio...use it