A new traffic law is set to take effect this week, and it will have big impacts on all drivers in the Natural State.

New law strengthens restrictions on phone use while driving

A new traffic law is set to take effect this week, and it will have big impacts on all drivers in the Natural State.The new law aims to strengthen restrictions on cell phone use while driving.On Wednesday, July 24, Act 738 will make it illegal to instant message or use cell phone data while driving in Arkansas. The new law also limits who can use what device on Arkansas roadways. Drivers under the age of 18 won't be allowed to use phones or hands-free devices.Drivers between 18 and 20-years-old will be allowed to use hands-free devices, but not cell phones.Drivers of all ages are prohibited from using cell phones in construction zones when workers are present, and in school zones during school hours.Fines for the first offense range from $25 to $250, and the second offense could cost you anywhere from $50 to $500 dollars.If you’re involved in a crash, fines will be doubled.

A new traffic law is set to take effect this week, and it will have big impacts on all drivers in the Natural State.

The new law aims to strengthen restrictions on cell phone use while driving.


On Wednesday, July 24, Act 738 will make it illegal to instant message or use cell phone data while driving in Arkansas.

The new law also limits who can use what device on Arkansas roadways.

Drivers under the age of 18 won't be allowed to use phones or hands-free devices.

Drivers between 18 and 20-years-old will be allowed to use hands-free devices, but not cell phones.

Drivers of all ages are prohibited from using cell phones in construction zones when workers are present, and in school zones during school hours.

Fines for the first offense range from $25 to $250, and the second offense could cost you anywhere from $50 to $500 dollars.

If you’re involved in a crash, fines will be doubled.