Using a mobile phone while driving in Aguascalientes (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Using a mobile phone or other mobile communication device while driving a motor vehicle is banned unless a hands-free attachment or a single-earpiece headset is used. It is classed as a very serious infringement with a fine of 16 to 20 UMA for state authorities.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Holding a phone while driving bannedUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Yes [1] |
| Hands-free useUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Allowed with limits [1] |
| Fine, first offence (lowest amount where a range applies)Using a mobile phone while driving a car | 1,876.96 MXN per offence [1] |
| Penalty points on the licenceUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | ⚠ Not yet verified |
Notes
- Applies to anyone driving a motor vehicle. Phone use while driving is classed as a very serious infringement (muy grave).
- Allowed only with a hands-free attachment or headset, and a headset may be used with a single earpiece only.
- Very serious infringements carry 16 to 20 UMA when imposed by state authorities (article 378). Municipalities set the sanctions for infringements within their own competence. The amount in pesos uses the 2026 UMA of MXN 117.31.
- No penalty-point system for licences was found in the law text read.
Sources
- H. Congreso del Estado de Aguascalientes: Ley de Movilidad y Seguridad Vial del Estado de Aguascalientes (última actualización 22/05/2026) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
More rules in Aguascalientes
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 30 km/h secondary streets; 50 km/h primary roads · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 80 km/h (state highways; 50 km/h in urban zones)
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 18
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes, where fitted
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.05% (0.25 mg/L breath)
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