Alsip § 19.33 Traffic & Vehicles Section Use of electronic communication devices while driving This section prohibits drivers in Alsip from using electronic communication devices, defining "using" to include various activities like talking on the phone or texting. It specifies penalties for violations, with higher fines for accidents, and lists exceptions for law enforcement and emergency personnel. View in Alsip’s full code →
Antioch § 7.1A-1 Traffic & Vehicles Section Definitions This section defines key terms related to mobile telephone use in vehicles for the purposes of Article A. It clarifies what constitutes a hands-free device, a mobile telephone, an on-board communications device, and the act of 'use'. View in Antioch’s full code →
Antioch § 7.1A-3 Traffic & Vehicles Section Exceptions This section outlines exceptions to the prohibition on mobile telephone use while operating a vehicle in Antioch. Exceptions include using hands-free devices, calling emergency services, and using a mobile telephone when the vehicle is parked. View in Antioch’s full code →
Antioch § 7.1A-4 Traffic & Vehicles Section Penalty This section establishes penalties for violating Article A. Mobile Telephone Restrictions, referencing a general fine structure and an enhanced fine for violations occurring during vehicular collisions. View in Antioch’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 18.307 Traffic & Vehicles Section Negligent or Distracted Driving This ordinance prohibits operating a vehicle in a negligent or distracted manner on public highways. Distracted driving is defined as disregarding road conditions and traffic by not paying full attention, with examples including cell phone use, eating, reading, and using navigation systems. View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Brookfield § 54.545 Traffic & Vehicles Section Passengers not to interfere with driver's view or control This ordinance prohibits driving a vehicle when it is overloaded or when there are too many passengers in the front seat, if it obstructs the driver's view or control. It also prohibits passengers from positioning themselves in a way that interferes with the driver's view or control. View in Brookfield’s full code →
Chicago § 9.76.230 Traffic & Vehicles Section Use Of Mobile Telephones. This section prohibits drivers in Chicago from using mobile phones while operating a motor vehicle, including talking, texting, sending/reading electronic messages, and browsing the internet. Exceptions are made for law enforcement, emergency vehicles, hands-free devices, calls to 911, and stationary parked vehicles. View in Chicago’s full code →
Chicago § 9.80.230 Traffic & Vehicles Section Television Receivers. This Chicago ordinance prohibits operating a motor vehicle if its television broadcast receiver screen is visible from the driver's seat. Violators face fines between $200 and $500. View in Chicago’s full code →
Deerfield § 22.105C Traffic & Vehicles Section Use Of Wireless Telephones And Electronic Devices While Driving: This section prohibits drivers in Deerfield from using wireless telephones or electronic communication devices, with exceptions for hands-free devices, emergency calls, law enforcement, and commercial drivers reading messages on integrated screens. View in Deerfield’s full code →
Downers Grove § Sec 14.175 Traffic & Vehicles Section Headset Receivers This section prohibits drivers of motor vehicles from wearing headset receivers while operating a vehicle on the streets. It provides exceptions for safety or traffic engineering studies, law enforcement personnel, and motorcycle/motor-driven cycle/motorized pedal cycle riders using helmet intercom systems for communication. View in Downers Grove’s full code →
Elmhurst § 44.82 Traffic & Vehicles Section Crossing at other than crosswalks This section requires pedestrians to yield to vehicles when crossing roadways outside of designated crosswalks, or where pedestrian tunnels or overhead crossings are available. However, it also mandates that drivers exercise due care to avoid collisions with pedestrians, especially children or those who are confused or handicapped. View in Elmhurst’s full code →
Evanston § 10.3.13 Traffic & Vehicles Section USE OF MOBILE TELEPHONES WHILE OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE This ordinance prohibits the use of mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle in Evanston, with specific exceptions for hands-free devices, emergency calls, official business, and stationary vehicles. Violations are subject to a $75 fine, with an additional penalty if a traffic accident occurs. View in Evanston’s full code →
Forest View § 9.3.7 Traffic & Vehicles Section Electronic Communication Device This ordinance prohibits the use of electronic communication devices while operating a motor vehicle within Forest View, with specific exceptions for emergencies, hands-free operation, and certain commercial vehicle scenarios. It also defines aggravated use resulting in serious harm or death. View in Forest View’s full code →
Glencoe § 23.74 Traffic & Vehicles Section Negligent Driving This section prohibits operating a vehicle negligently on public ways in Glencoe. It specifically defines negligent driving to include using a wireless telephone while also violating any law or regulation governing vehicle movement. View in Glencoe’s full code →
Glenview § 90.43 Traffic & Vehicles Section Negligent driving This section prohibits operating a vehicle in a distracted or negligent manner that endangers people or property. It provides definitions for 'distracted', 'negligent', and 'vehicle'. View in Glenview’s full code →
Harwood Heights § 10.56.090 Traffic & Vehicles Section Opening and closing vehicle doors This ordinance prohibits opening vehicle doors on the side facing moving traffic unless it is safe and does not impede other traffic. It also restricts leaving doors open longer than necessary for loading or unloading passengers. View in Harwood Heights’s full code →
Highland Park § 71.119 Traffic & Vehicles Section Use of electronic communication devices while driving This section prohibits the operation of a motor vehicle on a roadway while using an electronic communication device, with several specific exceptions for emergency situations, hands-free use, commercial vehicle devices, and when parked or stopped in traffic. View in Highland Park’s full code →
Highwood § 7.4.18 Traffic & Vehicles Section Use Of Wireless Telephones And Electronic Devices While Operating A Motor Vehicle This ordinance prohibits the use of wireless telephones and electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle in Highwood, with specific exceptions for hands-free devices, emergency communications, parked vehicles, and authorized emergency personnel. View in Highwood’s full code →
Hillside § 90.157 Traffic & Vehicles Section Negligent driving This section prohibits the operation of a vehicle in a negligent or distracted manner within the village limits. It defines 'distracted' as not paying full attention to driving and 'negligent' as operating without due care and caution regarding road conditions and traffic. View in Hillside’s full code →
Hinsdale § 6.4.30 Traffic & Vehicles Section Distracted Driving This ordinance prohibits distracted driving within Hinsdale, defining distracted behavior and outlining specific exceptions, including emergency calls and stationary operation of a vehicle. View in Hinsdale’s full code →
Hodgkins § 7.4.2 Traffic & Vehicles Section General Speed Restrictions This section establishes general speed restrictions for vehicles on public highways in Hodgkins, setting prima facie evidence limits for specific zones and conditions, and emphasizing the driver's responsibility to adjust speed based on traffic, hazards, and road conditions. View in Hodgkins’s full code →
Lake Forest § 71.052 Traffic & Vehicles Section Use Of Wireless Telephones And Electronic Devices While Driving This ordinance prohibits the use of wireless telephones and electronic devices while driving in Lake Forest, with specific exceptions for hands-free devices, emergency personnel, emergency communications, and when the vehicle is parked. View in Lake Forest’s full code →
Lake Forest § 74.090 Traffic & Vehicles Section Television Receivers This section prohibits the operation of motor vehicles within the city if their television receivers are positioned so the screen is visible from the driver's seat. An exception is made for television equipment used solely for traffic engineering safety studies. View in Lake Forest’s full code →
Lake Forest § 74.094 Traffic & Vehicles Section Headset Receivers This section prohibits drivers of motor vehicles from wearing headset receivers while driving. Exceptions are provided for law enforcement, emergency personnel, amateur radio operators with specific equipment, and for the use of single-sided headsets with mobile telephones. View in Lake Forest’s full code →
Lake Forest § 74.139 Traffic & Vehicles Section School Bus Driver Communication Devices This ordinance prohibits school bus drivers from using cellular radio telecommunication devices while operating a school bus. Exceptions are made for emergency situations, mechanical issues, and communication regarding the safe operation of the bus or passenger welfare. View in Lake Forest’s full code →
Lake Zurich § 6.4D-17 Traffic & Vehicles Section Headphones And Headset Receivers Drivers in Lake Zurich are prohibited from wearing headphones or headset receivers while operating a motor vehicle on village highways. Exceptions exist for single-sided headsets used with cell phones and for licensed amateur radio operators. View in Lake Zurich’s full code →
Lockport § 70.11 Traffic & Vehicles Section Unlawful Use Of Mobile Telephones This section prohibits drivers in Lockport from using mobile telephones for activities such as talking, texting, sending/reading messages, or browsing the internet while driving. Exemptions are provided for law enforcement, emergency personnel, hands-free use, calling 911, and when the vehicle is safely parked. View in Lockport’s full code →
Lyons § 9.4.9 Traffic & Vehicles Section Use Of Mobile Telephones While Operating A Motor Vehicle This ordinance prohibits the operation of a motor vehicle while using a mobile telephone, with specific exemptions for hands-free devices, emergency calls, parked vehicles, and certain official uses. Violations are subject to monetary fines. View in Lyons’s full code →
Matteson § 71.04 Traffic & Vehicles Section Speed Restrictions Generally This section establishes general speed restrictions within the municipality of Matteson. It sets a prima facie speed limit of 25 mph on most streets, with specific higher limits for certain roads and an urban district, and also outlines conditions requiring drivers to reduce speed regardless of the posted limit. View in Matteson’s full code →
Mettawa § Section 6.1536. Headset Receivers. Traffic & Vehicles Section Section 6.1536. Headset Receivers. This section prohibits drivers of motor vehicles in Mettawa from wearing headset receivers while operating their vehicles. Exceptions are made for safety or traffic engineering studies and for on-duty law enforcement personnel. View in Mettawa’s full code →