New Jersey Cell Phone Violations

Cell Phone Violations (N.J.S.A. 39:4-97.3)

If you were ticketed for driving while using your cell phone, you may be facing serious penalties. As of July 2014, New Jersey has increased the penalties associated with driving while using your cell phone. 

  1. For a first offense, the fine can be up to $400.
  2. For a second offense, the fine can be up to $600.
  3. And for any subsequent offense, the fine is up to $800, the Motor Vehicle Commission will assess three (3) points to your driving record, and your license can be suspended.

Note: In addition, your insurance company can issue their own “insurance points” for their records and potentially raise your insurance rates or charge you a surcharge.


Although cell phone tickets are a common moving violation, it still may have serious consequences. If you received a ticket for using a cell phone improperly while operating a motor vehicle, you should contact Adam Wiseberg, Esq. at (201) 870-1036 for a free consultation. Adam Wiseberg has years of experience representing clients that have been pulled over and ticketed for improper cell phone use, as well as almost all other traffic violations. Adam Wiseberg will work to limit your fine and point exposure.

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