Safe drivingQuestion 266 of 309
Is it legal to hold a phone to text while you drive?
- Yes, if the road is empty
- No, it is against the law
- Yes, at low speeds
- 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
Practice safe drivingQuestions last reviewed: 18 October 2026