Prevent+Text+Messaging+while+Driving

= Tips to Prevent Text Messaging while Driving =

Tips for Teens

 * Don't be tempted: turn off your cell phone. Let voicemail capture your voice and text messages


 * If you have to call or text while driving, pull off the road safely and stop


 * If you think you will still be tempted to text and drive, put your phone somewhere you can't reach it, like the trunk


 * Take control of your cell phone, don't let it control you. You are the only one who decides when and if you send and read a text message


 * Don't text someone right before you get into the car to keep yourself from receiving texts

= Tips for Parents =
 * Don't call/text your teen at times when you know they are likely to be driving


 * Review your teen's cell phone bill with them to see if they are texting at times they are likely to be driving


 * Share this information with your teen


 * Know the Colorado Graduated Drivers Licensing law. It is illegal for teens with an instruction permit to use a cell phone while driving


 * Establish family rules that prohibit texting while driving


 * Enforce punishment when your teen is guilty of texting while driving


 * Set a good example, don't text and drive

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