Prescott Valley Police Reminding Residents Of The Dangers Of Texting And Driving

The Prescott Valley Police Department is reminding residents and travelers not to operate a cell phone while driving. As of April 22, 2019, the House Bill 2318 was signed, making it illegal in Arizona to use a cellphone or an electronic device while driving. According to the Arizona Chapter National Safety Council, there were 57,514 crashes in Arizona in 2018, resulting in 810 fatalities and 15,689 injuries. If you observe erratic and dangerous driving, contact Prescott Valley Police at (928)-772-9267 for non-emergencies, or call 911.