Laws are racing to catch up with technology as phones lead to more and more auto accidents, but does that mean you're not able to use your phone's map function?

Picture this: You’re stopped at a red light when you decide to alter your route. Are you legally allowed to check Google Maps on your smartphone? Or do you risk getting a ticket for using a map app?

From checking a map app while driving to pushing the speed limit in a school zone, California’s Vehicle Code lays out the rules of the road drivers must follow to keep everyone safe. In June, the ...