In a FindLaw survey it was discovered that 9 out of 10 drivers multitask behind the wheel which includes texting at 29%. In a related case, New Jersey has one less incredibly distracted driver on the road today after he was arrested for a number of indiscretions, including texting behind the wheel and drug crimes.
To start, Robert Sharrer "drifted onto the shoulder" and hit Lisa Granert who was biking (in a reflective vest). As reported by the AP, Sharrer will be charged for the crash.
On top of that, he was texting at the time, which he claims caused him to become distracted. Since New Jersey is one of the states that has prohibited texting while driving (New York has also), he is expected to face a fine for that as well.
What was so important that Sharrer had to text while driving? The police claim that he was texting about his drug deal.
And to top it off, he even had the drugs with him in his car. This adds up to two more charges: drug possession and the intent to sell.
Related Resources:
- FAQs About Texting While Driving (NHTSA)
- New York Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory (FindLaw)
- State Traffic Laws (FindLaw)
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