New Colorado Law Bans Holding A Phone While Driving

In 2023, Colorado law prohibited drivers from using a cell phone while driving unless they operate the phone with a hands-free device. In 2025, the state is going a step further by making it illegal to hold a mobile device while you drive.

Talking on the phone without a hands-free device is already against the law in Colorado, so what exactly is changing in 2025? Keep reading to find out more about the Department of Transportation's new Hand's Free Law.

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What's Different About Colorado's Hands-Free Law?

Starting in 2025, all mobile devices being used by a person operating a vehicle must be used 'hands-free." Did you catch that? All mobile devices. Not only is it illegal to talk on a phone without a hands-free device, but the Colorado Hands-Free Law says it will soon be illegal to drive and operate any mobile device without using a hands-free option.

2024 Driver Behavior and Exemptions

KKCO reports data from CDOT's 2024 Driver Behavior Report says two-thirds of Colorado drivers admitted to using their phone while driving. 45% of those surveyed said having a hands-free option in their car would stop them from using their phone.

The only time drivers would be allowed to use a mobile device while operating a vehicle would be to report an emergency.

Colorado's Fine for Driving and Holding A Phone

Anyone holding and using a mobile device while driving will be subject to a $75 fine and two license suspension points for their first offense. Find out more about the new mobile device ban for Colorado drivers here.

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