West Virginia driving lesson · Driver Responsibilities
Phones and other devices while driving
A 3-minute lesson from the West Virginia course. Read the rules and examples, follow the handbook page references, and check your understanding before you move on.
West Virginia bans handheld use of phones and other electronic devices by every driver on public roads. Adults may use hands-free equipment; drivers under 18 may not use a device at all, except to call 9-1-1.
Know the rule
Using any electronic communications device while driving on a public street or highway is prohibited unless it is done with hands-free equipment.
Drivers under 18, including Level 1 and Level 2 GDL holders, may not use a wireless communication device while driving unless contacting a 9-1-1 system.
You're 17 with a Level 2 license and your phone is mounted with Bluetooth. You still may not take your mom's call while driving; under-18 drivers may use a device only to contact 9-1-1. Pull over and park first.
Check your understanding
Read the question, decide on an answer, then open it to check the explanation. These are Roadwise study questions based on the source handbook.
What is the fine for a first offense of using a handheld wireless communication device while driving?
$50 and zero points
$200 and one point
$100 and zero points
$300 and three points
Answer: $100 and zero points
A first offense carries a $100 fine and no points assessed.