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Police departments around the state are cracking down on distracted drivers as part of the “U Drive. U Text. U Pay.” campaign for Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

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Distracted driving campaign could cost CT drivers $500

Police departments around the state are cracking down on distracted drivers as part of the “U Drive. U Text. U Pay.” campaign for Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

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