There are many things that Michigan drivers do that are not only illegal but also very dangerous.

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One of the biggest issues I notice is drivers who are either driving dangerously slow or excessively fast on the highway, which could cause an accident or, even worse, result in someone's death.

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While that is something police look for when patrolling Michigan roadways, there is something else they are looking for.

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If caught doing it, you could face fines, points on your license, and possibly community service.

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The Kent County Sheriff's Office, along with other police departments across Michigan, is looking for distracted drivers in Kent County.

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If you are caught driving distracted, it could result in a $100 fine, up to 16 hours of community service, and a point on your driver's license.

What Is Considered Distracted Driving In Michigan

Some of the things that the KCSO will be looking for include people doing the following:

  • Making or answering phone or video calls
  • Send or receive texts or emails
  • Watch, record, or send videos
  • Use social media
  • Browse the internet
  • Enter GPS destinations

There's a good reason that the KCSO if focusing on distracted driving.

According to Fox 17, In 2023, Kent County ranked 4th highest in the state for crashes caused by distracted driving, with 1,339 incidents.

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