REGINA — Fines for distracted driving are more than doubling in Saskatchewan. The government has introduced stiffer penalties for drivers caught using their cellphones, although the changes won’t apply until next February. Saskatchewan Government Insurance is increasing the cost of a ticket for distracted driving to $580 plus four demerit points, from $280 plus four demerits. Distracted drivers caught more than once within 12 months will also get further demerits and face seven-day vehicle seizures. SGI says distracted driving or driving with undue care and attention was a factor in 22 deaths and more than 750 injuries last year.

Source: National Post November 19, 2019 21:22 UTC