I’ve spent more than 25 years standing up for Colorado’s injury victims, and too often, I’ve sat across from families devastated by distracted driving crashes. But today, I get to share something that gives me real hope: Colorado’s new hands-free driving law is already saving lives.
After years of effort—seven, to be exact—this law is doing exactly what we set out to do: reduce distractions, prevent crashes, and protect Coloradans. Early results from a new study show we’re headed in the right direction.
And I have to say… it feels pretty incredible to see the difference we’re making.
This law didn’t happen overnight. For seven years, I worked alongside families, safety advocates, and my own sons (yes, they stepped up in a big way!) to get this legislation passed. We knew the toll distracted driving was taking on our community, and we refused to accept it as the norm.
The stories we heard were heartbreaking, but they also lit a fire under us. We saw that change was possible—and we kept pushing, year after year, until we helped get a bill passed that bans handheld cellphone use for Colorado drivers.
That law officially took effect in 2025. And the early data is in.
According to a recent study by Cambridge Mobile Telematics, shared in the Denver Post, phone use among Colorado drivers is already down by about 3.3%. That may sound small, but here’s what it means in real-world terms:
Those aren’t just numbers. Those are people who made it home safely. Families who didn’t get that awful call. Children who still have their parents. That’s progress—and it’s just the beginning.
This law isn’t just about handing out citations (though those are up, too). It’s about changing how we think about driving. For too long, society treated distracted driving like a bad habit instead of the serious danger it is.
But Colorado is leading the way in shifting that mindset.
And the best part? We’re already seeing people change their behavior. That’s the kind of momentum that creates lasting cultural change—and it starts with moments like this.
This law helps every kind of road user—drivers, motorcyclists, bicyclists, scooters, pedestrians, everyone. It even helps protect vulnerable victims you might not think about, like those with hearing or vision impairments, or children walking to school.
And for families who’ve experienced tragedy due to distracted driving, this moment brings something that can be hard to come by: a little peace of mind. Knowing that the pain they endured helped fuel meaningful change? That matters.
We are not finished, but this early success tells me something I’ve always believed deep down: We can make things better. We are making things better. And when communities rally together—when lawmakers listen, when families speak out, and when the public takes safety seriously—there’s nothing we can’t accomplish.
At The O’Sullivan Law Firm, we’ll keep fighting for every injury victim who needs someone in their corner. Whether you’ve been hurt by a distracted driver, a negligent business, or a reckless mistake, we’re here to help you move forward.
If you or someone you love has been affected by a crash caused by distracted driving—or any kind of negligence—don’t go through it alone. You deserve a lawyer who listens, who fights, and who truly cares.
Call or text 303-388-5304 if you need help. You’ll talk directly with a lawyer who will treat your case with the respect and determination it deserves.
Let’s keep pushing for safer roads, together.
