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    Can you use a phone while driving in Finland?

    The rules on phones, navigation and distraction at the wheel.

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    Short answer

    Only with a hands-free device. Autoliitto says calls while driving must be hands-free. Moottori's fine table lists a penalty fee of 100 euros for using a hand-held phone while driving. Using a phone in a way that distracts you, such as texting, is not allowed even with a holder.

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    Why

    1. Autoliitto says phone calls while driving must be hands-free.
    2. Moottori lists a 100 euro penalty fee for a hand-held phone.
    3. Distracting use of devices is not allowed while driving.

    Details

    Set your navigation before you start. If you need to use the phone, stop in a safe place first.

    Tip

    Mount the phone in a holder where you can see the map without taking your eyes far from the road.

    What may differ

    More serious cases can be treated as a traffic offence, with a fine instead of a fee.

    Common misconception

    Using a phone at a red light is always fine.

    What actually happens

    The car is still in traffic. Hand-held use is not allowed while driving.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules and fees change, so check Traficom, Liikenneturva or the police before you drive.

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