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News Releases

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More than half of Colorado drivers report being often or always distracted behind the wheel
More than 670 lives lost on Colorado roads in 2021
CDOT unveils display at Stanley Marketplace featuring stories of distracted driving victims
42 crashes per day involve distracted drivers in Colorado
New CDOT survey reveals risky roadway behaviors
Over 15,000 Colorado crashes involved distracted drivers in 2019
CDOT's new campaign reminds drivers to drop the distraction as they head back out on the roads
CDOT, local celebrities share creative auto replies to curb distracted driving
43 Crashes per Day Involve Distracted Drivers in Colorado
CDOT Encourages Drivers to “Get Turned On”
89 Percent Admit to Driving Distracted in CDOT Study
CDOT Campaign Raises Awareness About New Distracted Driving Penalties
CDOT Joins Forces with CSP on Sturgis DUI Enforcement
Today Begins National Push to Tackle Distracted Driving
22 Percent of Coloradans Admit to Reading Messages While Driving
CDOT Addresses “Killer Habit” in New Campaign
Distracted Driving Enforcement Begins Today
Distracted Driving Enforcement Begins Friday
Distracted Driving Crashes on the Rise in Colorado
CDOT’s The Distraction Games at Inaugural CSP Safety Fair
CDOT Asks Motorists to “Drop the Distraction” This Summer

Know the Laws

Texting and driving is illegal for drivers of all ages in Colorado

Adult drivers may use their cell phones for voice calls, but are prohibited from sending a text message. Drivers younger than 18 years old are prohibited from using a cell phone for any purpose and can be fined and/or risk losing their license. Exceptions include emergency situations only.

For more information on Colorado laws, visit Distracted Driving and Cell Phone Use. 

For more information on teen driving, visit Colorado Teen Driving and Teen Driving Restrictions.

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