Is it legal to use your cellphone at a red light in Delaware?

Whether or not you can legally use a cell phone at a red light in Delaware is complicated.

According to the Delaware State Code , "No person shall drive a motor vehicle on any highway while using an electronic communication device while such motor vehicle is in motion."

"Because the statute specifically prohibits use while the vehicle is in motion, the law does not explicitly forbid using a cellphone when a vehicle is stationary, such as at a red light," Delaware State Police spokesman Cpl. David Hyunh said.

However, Hyunh pointed out, if using a cell phone at a red light causes a driver to fail to maintain proper lookout or create a safety hazard, regardless of whether the vehicle is moving, an inattentive driving charge may apply. Related: Is it legal to use your cellphone while