Police nab distracted drivers in weekend blitz
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Thunder Bay - it was an expensive weekend for some drivers in the Thunder Bay area.
Ontario Provincial Police local detachment conducted a distracted driving blitz, catching 9 people using handheld communication devices while driving.
In Ontario, a first distracted driving offense will result in a fine of $615, 3 demerit points, and a three-day license suspension.
If the ticket is challenged and upheld in court, the fine for a first offense will reach $1,000.
Penalties increase with each conviction.
The weekend blitz also caught several other drivers with various violations, including unsealed alcohol in vehicles, failing to stop at red lights, and improper turns.
In total, OPP issued 37 provincial offense notices.
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