It's easier said than done, because many won't do it. An increased police presence on area roads may deter individuals from using phones while driving. Fines are imposed on those who talk on cell phones while driving. If drivers are stopped by the police and given a ticket, they will likely be deterred from talking and driving at the same time. Intervention and education about the dangers of talking and driving can also act as a deterrent. Informing drivers about the risk of injury or even death while driving can discourage drivers from using cell phones. Tougher penalties for those who have already been fined and failed to follow the law the second time. “The penalty for violating the cell phone ban the first time is a $20 fine, while subsequent convictions are punishable by a fine of $50 or more” (Burger, Daniel, and Yu 171). Simply putting your phone on speaker remains a mental distraction. If it is visibly possessed, it is subject to a citation. If they put these laws in place, it will eliminate driver distraction on the road and reduce the number of accidents. Alternatively, the technology inside the cell phone can also help combat the urge to talk while