California's distracted driving laws have evolved with the technology that has provided the potential distractions .

The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimated that 3,275 people were killed by distracted driving in 2023.

Although Bluetooth has been added to most vehicles, and accessories exist that can turn regular radios into wireless compatible ones, some people still get distracted.

One possible distraction for a driver is using headphones or an earpiece while driving, where jamming to your favorite tune or chatting away on a call over an earbud could cause you to lose focus on the road.

What does California law say about it?

Is it legal to drive with earbuds, headphones in California?

Yes, but not covering both ears.

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