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Distracted Driving<\/h1>\n
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\n By Natalie Moritz<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Distracted driving is driving while performing any activity that distracts a driver’s attention from safely operating a vehicle<\/a>. It includes any behavior that shifts concentration away from safe driving.<\/p>\r\n

Many activities fall under the label "distracted driving." The main types of distraction are obvious, like using your cellphone to text or check your social media<\/a>. However, several other practices can be included under "distracted driving." Some of these include:<\/p>\r\n