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Part 3.1 of the MVA outlines offences related to the use of electronic devices while driving. Section 214.1 defines an “electronic device” as (a) a hand-held cellular phone, (b) a hand-held device capable of receiving email or text messages, or (c) any prescribed class or type of electronic device. Prescribed electronic devices are further defined in s 3 of the ''Use of Electronic Devices While Driving Regulation'', BC Reg 308/2009 [EDWDR] as any of the following:
== A. Motor Vehicle Act/ Insurance (Vehicle) Act offences ==
*a) electronic devices that include a hands-free telephone function;
*b) global positioning systems;
*c) hand-held electronic devices, one of the purposes of which is to process or compute data;
*d) hand-held audio players;
*e) hand microphones; or
*f) televisions.
 
Exceptions for hands-free use of electronic devices are permitted under s 7 of the EDWDR. Further exceptions for persons carrying out special powers, duties, or functions are allowed under s 5.
 
Use of an electronic device while driving will result in a ticket under s 25(15) of the MVA (driving contrary to a restriction) and result in a fine of $167 pursuant to Schedule 3 of the VTAFR.


Some violations of the ''Motor Vehicle Act'' or ''Criminal Code'' may also be breaches of ICBC insurance conditions, and serve to void your insurance. For more information, consult [[Introduction to ICBC Automobile Insurance (12:I) | Chapter 12 – Automobile Insurance (ICBC)]].


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A. Motor Vehicle Act/ Insurance (Vehicle) Act offences

Some violations of the Motor Vehicle Act or Criminal Code may also be breaches of ICBC insurance conditions, and serve to void your insurance. For more information, consult Chapter 12 – Automobile Insurance (ICBC).

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