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Safe drivingQuestion 277 of 328

You are stopped at a red light. Is it legal to text on your phone?

  1. No, it is illegal even when you are stopped
  2. Yes, because the car is not moving
  3. Yes, if you hold it low
  4. Yes, but only for short texts
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Correct answer: No, it is illegal even when you are stopped

The distracted driving law applies at a red light too.

Source: The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (Ontario Ministry of Transportation), Dealing with particular situations, Distracted driving

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026