Can you wear one headphone while driving?
Andrew Mckinney
Updated on May 29, 2026
According to state law, a driver or bicyclist can only wear a headset or headphones while operating a motor vehicle if only one ear is covered by a headphone. Having both ears covered by headphones or earplugs is against the law in California.
What states can you wear headphones while driving?
Seventeen states prohibit or restrict driving with headphones. These states include Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia, and Washington.
Is Bluetooth headset allowed while driving?
Last week, the Bangalore Police announced a new rule banning the use of Bluetooth devices or earphones. The new rule applies to both 2-wheelers and 4-wheelers and can attract a fine of Rs. 1,000. Listening to music or attending a call using Bluetooth while driving a car will also be illegal.
Is it illegal to drive with Airpods in Oregon?
Can you wear headphones, earbuds or a Bluetooth earpiece while driving? Yes, all are acceptable as are any devices built into your vehicle, Mason said.
Is hands-free allowed while driving?
Talking on the phone while driving has been illegal in India for many years now. However, since the official rule does not state anything about Bluetooth or handsfree devices, most motorists use that while driving to talk on the phone.
Is it illegal to drive roundabouts 3 times?
It is illegal to circle a roundabout more than 3 times There is no evidence to support this, other than the ‘careless driving’ argument. You should plan before you enter a roundabout and circling more than twice could be considered as careless driving.
Is it illegal to Facetime while driving in Oregon?
The updated Oregon distracted driving law; also referred to as the cell phone law, went into effect October 1, 2017. It is NOT legal to use the device when stopped at a stop light, stop sign, in traffic, etc. While providing or summoning medical help and no one else is available to make the call.
Is it illegal to eat and drive in Oregon?
Oregon does have laws related to distracted driving, but not related to eating and driving. That means that it is not technically illegal to eat or drink while driving in Oregon (as long as the beverage is non-alcoholic).