As you may have heard, on July 1, 2008, California will be implementing 2 new
laws regarding the use of cell phones while driving. Since you're a valued
Golden State policyholder, we wanted to let you know and explain how the new
laws could affect you:

     1. Prohibits all drivers from using handheld cellular phones while driving.
         Drivers over the age of 18 may use hands-free devices.
     2. Prohibits drivers under the age of 18 from using handheld or hands-free
         wireless phones or devices while driving.

California drivers violating either law can be pulled over and ticketed. The base fines
will be $20 for the first offense, and $50 for all subsequent offenses. Keep in mind, however, that additional penalty assessments (making an unsafe lane change while talking on the phone, for example) could be more than triple the amount of the
base fine.

Stay safe and avoid an expensive ticket. Use a hands-free device or pull over to the side of the road if your call just can't wait.