text: In some states the use of a cellphone while driving has been outlawed or banned but some people still continue to ignore the rules of the road and be an irresponsible driver. In the article "The Consequences of Texting While Driving" by Joshua, it says "If a driver is found breaking their state laws on texting and driving, their punishment could range from minimal to serious." The consequences for texting while driving are really not worth the trouble of that one text back.