text: Should people be able to have their phones while operating a vehicle? In my opinion they shouldn't because it can probably cause an accident by the distraction. But only way I say it is okay is if you're using your phone for directions and your using a stand for it and not holding it in your hand or if your phone is hooked up with your car. Like if you have Bluetooth and you're taking directions from there or taking calls too. Some people needs to use their phones if they are lost or it's an emergence. Another reason you shouldn't because if you put your phone in the passenger seat and it rings and most people take their eye off the road to pick it up and that can cause an accident.