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The law varies from state-to-state, and is not federally legislated.
For example, in Texas, there is no law concerning headphones at all, so it is perfectly legal to wear headphones while driving (but is just as unsafe as leaving your music loud enough to overshadow emergency vehicles and vehicle horns).
In California, unless specifically permitted to do so by law (such as emergency vehicles, highway maintenance crews, earplugs to protect from injury, hearing aids, etc.), you are barred from wearing headphones on both ears.
Check with your state's government for details.
It is against the law. It's absolutely not safe. The reason is, is because when you have headphones in, you may get easily distracted and not notice things that may be happening. These things lead to car wrecks, which are not good. Please keep yourself safe by not using headphones while driving in Washington state. Thanks! (:
Please see this page: http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=46.37.480
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Can you wear headphones while driving a vehicle in Pennsylvania?
No
When can you wear a set of dual headphones while driving?
You cannot wear a dual set of headphones while driving. It inhibits your ability to hear emergency vehicles and be aware of what is going on around you.
Is it illegal to drive while under the influence while on private property?
If it's completely private then the legality isn't an issue. Private roads aren't built and maintained by the government so they don't, or shouldn't, have the right to patrol them.
Is it illegal to drive with an open container of alcohol?
In many jurisdictions an unsealed container of alcohol in the passenger compartment is illegal, with exceptions for livery vehicles such as limousines.
What happens if someone is illegal as in an illegal immigrant and they get arrested for a DUI?
If you are convicted of a crime while in the country illegally, you would be deported and then not allowed to apply for naturalization.
Is it illegal to drive a commercial vehicle while wearing headphones in kansas?
It is illegal on all 50 states.
Is it illegal to drive while wearing headphones in Canada?
yes because it would cause accidents
Is it illegal to ski while using headphones?
I don't know that there are any laws against it, but it isn't a very smart thing to do.
Is it illegal to have headphones in while driving in Australia?
Bone conduction headphones do not block ear canal, therefore should be legal.
Are you allowed to drive while listening through headphones in the UK?
Absolutely not ! You are required to give your FULL attention ot driving. using headphones couold land you with a careless driving charge !
Is it illegal to walk across a cross walk while using headphones?
There may be some local ordnance against it somewhere, but YOU will have to check with your local authorities to see if it applies in your jurisdiction.
Is it illegal to drive while listening to an IPOD?
It is not illegal to drive while listening to an iPod unless doing so impairs your ability to operate the vehicle safely. However, it is recommended to keep the volume at a safe level and avoid distractions while driving.
Is drinking and driving illegal in Mexico?
Yes, it is always illegal to drive while intoxicated, no matter where you are. However, it is rarely illegal to drink and drive unless impaired.
Is it illegal to wear Headphones in Arizona driving?
A search of Arizona Revised Statute Title 28 (Traffic) turns up no hits for headphone, ear, earphone or earbud, so I'm thinking it is perfectly legal to wear them; however, if you have an accident while wearing them and your victim can find some reason that the accident wouldn't have happened had you not been wearing your headphones then it's probably not going to go well for you in civil court.
Is it illegal to drive in Michigan while wearing a sling?
yes it is
Is it illegal to drive in sign language?
It is not illegal to communicate using sign language while driving, as long as it does not interfere with your ability to operate the vehicle safely. However, it is important to prioritize attention on the road and avoid any distractions.
Was it illegal to drive while the queen was doing Christmas speech?
no - don't be silly
