04/01/2026
Starts today! Put that phone down
OPERATION HANDS FREE 🤳🚫
Today, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office launches “Operation Hands Free” to crack down on violators of Tennessee’s Hands-Free Law during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
According to Tennessee’s Hands-Free Law, it’s illegal for drivers to hold a cell phone with any part of their body. Violation of this can result in points on your driving record.
We heard from HCSO Sheriff Austin Garrett and CPD Chief John Chambers who made the message clear—- put down the phone while you’re driving.