Two New Traffic Laws In Effect Today

Beginning today, two new traffic laws go into effect.  Drivers should be certaint o carry extra change if they're travelling on GA 400 through the toll plaza.  As of today, drivers who cannot pay the toll, will be slapped with a fine rather than simply a ticket for the $0.50 toll.  Additionally, new bans on cell phone use while driving go into effect today.  These laws prevent drivers under 18 for using a cell phone for any purpose while driving.  Drivers over the age of 18 are only prevented from texting while driving.  Police agencies will begin a public education campaign today and will issue warnings to drivers breaking this new law during the month of July.  After this month-long campaign, citations and fines will be issued.