Cell Phones and Driving
Well I se your location reads N.J.
I believe they passed a distracted driving law a few years back. where by an officer can ticket you for observing you not having both hands on the wheel. That includes holding your favorite beverage to take a sip.
At least that's how it was explained to me by a friend who lives in the state.
In Pa. You can be ticketed for throwing anything out if the car. up to and including Cigarette ashes.