text: Phones should not be used while driving due to the high risk of causing or being in an accident. furthermore, texting and driving has increased the rate of deaths by car accidents. texting and driving shouldn't be allowed due to risk you put yourself in and the people around you. As well as anybody that is riding with you. In addition, texting and driving has serious consequences that could lead you to being fined a great amount or it can lead to you serving time in a cell. Depending on the state that you live in the consequences change, as well as the charges and fines.