What the officer observed
We review whether the officer says you were holding the phone, touching the screen, making a call, or doing something else.
Cellphone Tickets
Cellphone Ticket Defense
Ticketed for using your phone while driving? We review what the officer says happened, how you were using the phone, and the options for your ticket.
Start with your name, phone, email, and ticket. No written explanation needed.
What to do now
Send your ticket first. Save any other information you already have for the follow-up call.
- 1Save the citation and deadline.
- 2Write down where the phone was and what you were doing with it.
- 3Keep relevant call, navigation, or hands-free system records.
- 4Keep the original files and messages.
What matters in your case
Vehicle and device setup
The phone mount, hands-free system, navigation setup, and any emergency circumstances may matter.
Record consequences
We check whether earlier cellphone violations, your license type, or job requirements could affect how you respond.
Common questions
Is any touch of a mounted phone illegal?
Not necessarily. California Vehicle Code 23123.5 allows a single swipe or tap to turn a feature on or off when the phone is properly mounted without blocking the road view. That is not permission to type, scroll, or hold the phone. Rules are stricter for drivers under 18; we review your age, setup, and what the officer says happened.
Can phone records help?
Sometimes, but they rarely tell the whole story. They should be evaluated with the citation, officer observations, device use, and timeline.
What if I was using the phone in an emergency?
Do not assume an emergency automatically excuses the ticket. Save relevant records and explain what happened privately to your lawyer so the rule that applies can be checked.
Send us your ticket.
Send a photo or PDF with your contact details. We’ll call to discuss your ticket and our fees.