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Queensland drivers face tougher laws and penalties for texting while driving

using mobile phone while driving

PICTURE POSED BY MODEL A woman texting on her phone whilst driving. Source: Jonathan Brady/PA Images via Getty Images

Queensland drivers who use their mobile phones while driving will face up to $1000 fine and an automatic license suspension for repeat offenders.



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