British Columbia Driving Laws

How could Eating be considered Distracted Driving? 

There is ongoing discussion about enforcement that treats eating while driving as distraction, even if not a separate offence on its own. RCMP and legal blogs note that eating can be cited as driving without due care under broader distracted/unsafe driving rules.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/driving-and-cycling/roadsafetybc/high-risk/distracted

Many hand held devices are prohibited from use while operating a motor vehicle. Some equipment is conditionally allowed to be used if it meets specific criteria set out in the following guide:

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/driving-and-cycling/roadsafetybc/high-risk/distracted/electronic-devices

Think of the Motor Vehicle Act as the rulebook for everything that happens on BC roads. It’s the law that says:

• Who can drive
• How you must drive
• What happens after a crash
• What police can do
• What your responsibilities are

ICBC runs insurance. The MVA sets the legal rules. 

They’re different, but connected.

• https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca