A driver was cited by Minnesota State Patrol officers after being pulled over while watching “Law & Order” while behind the wheel.
The driver, who was not wearing a seat belt, was watching the long-running drama on his phone, troopers said on social media.
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Lt. Shank to motorist not wearing seat belt and watching Law and Order (yes, you read that right) behind the wheel: "I'm here to educate you, not lecture you." Driver received 2 citations. #BackseatTweets #JustDrive pic.twitter.com/CAEN6e4AVw
— MN State Patrol (@MnDPS_MSP) April 23, 2019
State troopers are conducting increased distracted driving enforcement in preparation for a recently passed law prohibiting drivers from using cellphones, except in hands-free mode.
That law goes into effect Aug. 1.
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