(Indianapolis, IN) - It looks like using a cell phone by hand while driving

is going to carry a stiff fine in Indiana.

The state senate has passed a measure calling for a 500 fine for any use of a cellphone

while driving.

The house already passed the measure so all that’s needed now is a

signature from the governor for the legislation to become law.

State representative Jim Pressel of Rolling Prairie presented the legislation to

eliminate crashes resulting from distracted driving.