Using a mobile phone while driving in Jalisco (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Driving a motor vehicle while using telephony devices is an infringement with a fine of 15 to 25 UMA. Talking on a phone and reading or sending text messages while driving is banned unless done with hands-free technology.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Holding a phone while driving bannedUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Yes [1] |
| Fine, first offence (lowest amount where a range applies)Using a mobile phone while driving a car | 1,759.65 MXN per offence [1] |
| Penalty points on the licenceUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Texting while drivingUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Talking on a mobile phone and reading or sending text messages on any electronic device while driving is prohibited, unless done with hands-free technology. [1] |
| Hands-free useUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Allowed [1] |
Notes
- Driving a motor vehicle while using telephony devices is an infringement under article 364. The consolidated text read dates from August 2023; later reforms were not checked.
- The fine is 15 to 25 UMA. The lowest amount is shown, using the 2026 UMA of MXN 117.31.
- No penalty-point system for licences was found in the law text read.
- Article 124 lists, among the minimum traffic measures, the ban on talking on a mobile phone or other device and on reading or sending text messages, except with hands-free technology. The consolidated text read dates from August 2023.
- The exception for hands-free technology is in article 124 numeral 1 section XI. The fine provision (article 364 numeral 1 section VIII) itself does not repeat the exception.
Sources
- H. Congreso del Estado de Jalisco: Ley de Movilidad, Seguridad Vial y Transporte del Estado de Jalisco (versión consolidada de 14 de agosto de 2023) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
More rules in Jalisco
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 50 km/h · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 80 km/h (state highways)
- 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
- Drinking age and alcohol salesMinimum age to buy beer and wine: 18 · Minimum age to buy spirits: 18
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.05% (0.25 mg/L breath) · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: Zero for minors
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