Pull over before you read this article – New Victorian road rules introduced 31 March 2023

The law (both legislation made by Parliament and common law based on decisions of the courts) is constantly trying to keep up with our ever changing society. Aren't we all?! The area of technology is a particularly interesting and complex one, and often the legal issues that arise from new and developing technology take a while to be addressed by the law.

On 31 March 2023, several changes were introduced to the Victorian road rules. These new rules specifically address the increase of technology used in vehicles and on motorbikes. The rules will differ for drivers with a full licence and those on their Learners or Probationary licences. Previously, the road rules regarding use of devices whilst driving covered mobile phones and visual displays only. These new rules cover: