Why You Should Not Drive With Your Phone on Lap

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Picture this: a bright morning, the sun casting a golden hue over the rolling hills and lush greenery lining the freeway. With the soft hum of his car’s engine and his favorite tunes playing softly in the background, my friend felt a sense of calm wash over him as he navigated the familiar roads.

Embarking on a drive down the Mornington Peninsula Freeway, one anticipates a journey filled with scenic beauty and tranquility. However, for one unsuspecting driver, this picturesque route became the backdrop for a costly lesson about the perils of distracted driving.

Unbeknownst to him, a simple accessory resting on his lap would soon become the catalyst for a series of unfortunate events. As he cruised along, his smartphone lay innocently beside him, its screen intermittently lighting up with notifications. In a moment of distraction, he failed to recognize the potential danger lurking just beneath the surface.

Little did he know, an overhead camera, positioned strategically along the freeway, was silently capturing his every move. A flash of light, a click of the shutter, and in an instant, his momentary lapse in judgment was recorded for all to see.

Days later, a letter arrived in the mail — a stark reminder of the consequences of his actions. He had been cited for distracted driving, a…