Up to 3,000 deaths nationwide involve distracted drivers every year. (Photo: Shutterstock)

The Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and the California Highway Patrol released a new study last week revealing a 39% increase in the use of cell phones while driving in California.

“It’s shocking that nearly 10% of motorists were observed using their cell phones while driving a motor vehicle, a potentially-lethal combination,” said OTS director Ronda Craft. “We will continue our aggressive public outreach campaign and our partnership with law enforcement to educate the public about the dangers of those who drive distracted and put the lives of others at risk.”

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