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The State House hears a bill on the possibility of fining jaywalkers for being on their phones. PHOTO BY PAIGE WARD/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Phone junkies may face hefty fines for distracted walking

Solange Hackshaw November 15, 2017

Crossing the street while texting may soon land Boston residents with fines up to $200, as a bill proposing increased fines for jaywalking is discussed in the Massachusetts legislature. The bill...

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