text: And also, texting while driving is illegal in many states. In passage "Reasons to Stop Texting Fines and Driving" it says "punishments for texting and driving range depends on what states you live in". For some states, the fines is $20, however, it can be up to $500. If action of texting and driving get anyone injured, you can end in jail. This is the icing on the cake as to why you shouldn't text and drive.