Penalties for using cell phones while driving a motorbike
Ms. Tran Hai Yen, residing in Vinh city, asked: How much will be the fine for using a phone while driving a motorbike?
Reply:
According to Clause 6, Article 9 of the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety 2024, it is strictly forbidden to hold and use a phone or other electronic device while driving a vehicle moving on the road.
According to Decree 168/2024/ND-CP effective from January 1, 2025, the penalty for using a hand-held device or a phone while driving a motorbike is as follows:
Fines of VND800,000 to VND1 million will be imposed on drivers using umbrellas, audio equipment (except hearing aids), using hand-held devices, and using phones or other electronic devices. At the same time, 4 driving license points will be deducted.
A fine of 10-14 million VND will be imposed on drivers who use umbrellas, audio equipment (except hearing aids), handle and use phones or other electronic devices that cause traffic accidents. In addition to the fine, 10 driving license points will be deducted.
Thus, motorcyclists who hold and use a phone while driving will be fined from 800,000 to 1 million VND. If this behavior leads to a traffic accident, the fine can increase from 10 to 14 million VND. In addition, driving license points will be deducted.
