Bismarck  (CSi)  North Dakota and law enforcement across the state will have extra patrols to enforce the state’s distracted driving law from April 1-30 for the nationwide U Drive. U Text. U Pay. campaign.

Last year, more than 370 citations were issued in North Dakota to distracted drivers during the state’s two enforcement periods (April and September). Distracted driving takes on many forms; however, texting is one of the most common across the nation.

Jamestown Police Chief Scott Edinger  says, “Texting and driving is illegal because it is dangerous.  It’s not worth it to put your life and the lives of others at risk. Put the phone away or get a do not disturb app so you always drive distraction free.”