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10-26-2025 6:52am
Blaine Police Launch Targeted Distracted Driving Enforcement Following Recent Rise in Incidents
Tom Akaolisa
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Blaine Police Launch Targeted Distracted Driving Enforcement Following Recent Rise in Incidents
The Blaine Police Department has announced a renewed, targeted effort to combat a recent surge in distracted driving across the city. The operation is scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, with officers working two consecutive shifts dedicated solely to identifying and stopping drivers who violate the hands-free law.
The initiative comes after the Blaine Police Department’s Traffic Unit observed a concerning rise in distracted driving incidents, prompting the immediate need for a concentrated enforcement action.
Renewed Focus on Distracted Driving
The effort follows a high-profile Traffic Safety Week held in June, which included a specific focus on distracted driving. During that event, the department partnered with K102's Chris Carr & Company to help raise public awareness about the dangers and illegality of using a mobile device while operating a vehicle.
The ultimate goal of the October 28 enforcement effort is to prevent crashes and save lives, a simple but critical objective in maintaining public safety.
The Blaine Police Department is urging residents to comply with the law by keeping their eyes on the road and their hands on the wheel. Distracted driving, particularly the use of cell phones, continues to be a major contributing factor in traffic accidents. Minnesota's hands-free law, enacted in 2019, makes it illegal for drivers to hold a phone or any wireless device while operating a vehicle.
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