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Ohio Cracks Down on Distracted Driving with Tough New Laws

Ohio implements strict distracted driving laws with primary enforcement and increased penalties. Brenner Law Offices supports safety measures that strengthen victims' legal claims after accidents.

This legislation directly impacts all Ohio drivers by creating stronger deterrents against dangerous behavior that causes thousands of accidents annually. With distracted driving contributing to approximately 25% of all crashes nationally according to NHTSA data, these enhanced penalties and primary enforcement authority give law enforcement crucial tools to address a leading cause of preventable injuries and fatalities. For victims of distracted driving accidents, the strengthened laws provide better legal recourse and potentially higher compensation, while all road users benefit from safer driving conditions. The educational component also addresses the behavioral aspect of this issue, potentially changing driver habits over time and reducing the devastating human and economic costs of distracted driving incidents.