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The new law, which has been in place for the past 18 months, aims to curb distracted driving. Missouri Highway Patrol reports a noticeable decline in distracted driving incidents, citing a reduction of about 5%. While this percentage may seem negligible, it indicates that public awareness efforts are beginning to resonate with drivers. Since the inception of the law, officers have warned approximately 1,500 drivers about the potential risks of cellphone use while operating a vehicle.