Tickets and fines will start on January 1 under the Louisiana Hands-Free Driving Law

MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The enforcement of Louisiana's hands-free driving law begins on Jan. 1, 2026, with officers authorized to issue tickets and fines for violations. Under this law, drivers are prohibited from using or holding any device while driving. Gregory Fischer, the public information officer for the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission, says he hopes the new [...]