After the sentencing, North Yorkshire Police urged people not to use mobile phones while driving, saying it leads to "horrific consequences".

BBC: A19 death crash texting driver jailed

It is illegal to use a mobile phone held in the hand while driving or while stopped with the engine on.

BBC: PCC calls for mobile phone law change

In a ruling that could literally alter the lifestyles of millions of Americans, the National Transportation Safety Board has recommended states completely ban the use of all mobile phones and other portable electronic devices while driving except in emergency situations.

FORBES: NTSB To Drivers: 'Stop Texting And Get Off The Phone'

Do we need OS-level standards in our mobile computing devices that help govern how we use them in moving vehicles (specifically while driving)?

CNN: Judge rules using smartphone maps while driving illegal