Delaware Distracted Driving Defense Attorney

Aggressive Lawyer Handling Distracted Driving Defense Cases

In today's society, people are multitasking at an amazing rate. We are always trying to complete multiple tasks at one time due to the busy nature of our lives. One way that people try to deal with the fast pace of their lives is to do things while driving, such as catch up on phone calls or grab a quick meal.

Unfortunately, this can lead to distracted drivers causing traffic accidents and being cited by police for distracted driving. I am an experienced criminal defense attorney who has handled numerous cases for alleged distracted drivers. There has been an increase in these types of cases over the years as the prevalence of cell phones increases. I am committed to standing up for the rights of clients who are accused of driving while being distracted. Contact me today at my Wilmington office to schedule your free initial consultation.

An extremely high percentage of individuals in Delaware have a cell phone and use it in their cars. However this is not the only type of distraction that occurs in vehicles and can be the cause of an accident.

Cell Phone Use in Vehicles

The laws governing cell phone use while driving are becoming stricter in Delaware and across the United States. There have been studies that have shown that individuals talking on a cell phone or texting while driving have a higher incidence of being involved in a traffic accident with accompanying injuries.

While Delaware has no specific laws that govern the use of cell phones in vehicles, it is vital that you understand that law enforcement can still cite you for distracted driving. There are laws now in front of the Delaware state Congress that address the legality of talking on a cell phone or texting while driving. These laws are not far from being passed and enacted.

One way to avoid a distracted driving citation is to use a hands-free adaptor for your cell phone, such as a headset attached to your cell. This allows you to maintain both hands on the wheel and both eyes on the road.

Other Distractions

Though most "distracted driving" cases now refer to a driver who was using a cell phone, there are other types of distractions that might be noticed by an officer, leaving you with a traffic violation. These distractions, as strange as they may sound, include:

• Reading while driving (a book or newspaper)
• Eating while driving
• Listening to headphones (that cover both ears)
• Putting on makeup while looking in a mirror
• Other people in the car (often occurs when there is a car full of teenagers)

You have options for fighting a distracted driving citation, no matter how minor it may seem. Get in touch with me at my Wilmington office today. During your free initial consultation, we can discuss your options for seeking a resolution to the situation.

Kevin P. O'Neill, Attorney at Law • Wilmington, Delaware • Contact Me