Currently in Hawaii, there are no state laws that prohibit either cell phone use or texting while driving.
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Download Now However, all counties in Hawaii, as well as municipalities such as Honolulu and Pearl City, have passed their own distracted driving laws. Most prohibit handheld cell phone use and texting. Because each law has different restrictions, check with your local county or city for exact prohibitions.