Saint John Police is raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving.
A campaign is currently underway and will run until November 27.
Police say there’s a risk if a driver’s eyes come off the road for even a second.
Distractions may include eating or drinking, texting, or talking on the phone or to a passenger.
If police pull you over for distracted driving, you could face fines or a loss of demerit points or even worse. There could be a tragedy if there’s a crash.
Suggestions from Saint John Police to prevent distracted driving:
- Pull over to a safe location before using any electronic devices
- Have a passenger help with GPS, answer calls or texts for you
- Set up navigation before you start driving
- Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the steering wheel
