My state was Connecticut, the laws there are fairly stricter than those in Massachusetts. As of October 1, 2005; it was unlawful for any persons of any age to use cell-phone or mobile devices while driving. The law states that all drivers 18 years of age and older may only use hands free communication devices such as headsets. Drivers under the age of 18 as well as school bus drivers may not use any form mobile communication while driving. Police officers, firefighters, ambulance workers, and all other peace officers may use their cellular evices only during their duty, used for purposes of their duty. Exceptions for this law: Only exception is if the driver needs to make an emergency phone call to a police station, physician, ambulance service, opr any other emergency personnel service. Connecticut is very strict on their laws for mobile communicating devices while driving and in my personal opinion I think Massachusetts should follow this example.