Safe drivingQuestion 266 of 309

Is it legal to hold a phone to text while you drive?

  1. Yes, if the road is empty
  2. No, it is against the law
  3. Yes, at low speeds
  4. Yes, if you stay in your lane
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Correct answer: No, it is against the law

The law bans hand-held devices while you drive. This includes calling and texting.

Source: New Brunswick Driver's Handbook (Government of New Brunswick, 2022), 5.6 The driver, page 58

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026