NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Tennessee drivers caught holding their phones could soon face increased penalties.
A bill is making its way through the General Assembly now that would make fines more expensive.
Under the Hands Free Tennessee law, the first time you’re caught holding a phone, there is a $50 fine and a $10 court fee.
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Senate Bill 1591 aims to change that, upping court costs to 50% of the traffic fine…