Niagara Police inform drivers during RIDE lanes

Niagara Police were out early Sunday morning conducting RIDE lanes in the city of St Catharines.

Around 75 vehicles were stopped during the time.

One 7-day suspension was issued to a driver but no other charges were laid.

All drivers were given information on distracted driving for them to read.

Distracted driving is a major factor in motor vehicle accidents and as of September 1st stricter laws came into effect on provincial roads with a set fine of $490 and three demerit points for drivers caught driving while distracted.