(1) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, a driver of a motor vehicle shall not operate a motor vehicle while using a wireless telecommunications device to: Engage in texting; or
(2) Access, read, or post to a social networking site.
(3) A driver of a motor vehicle is not in violation of subdivision (a)(1) of this section if he or she reads, selects, or enters a telephone number or name in a wireless telecommunications device for the purpose of making a telephone call.
(4) A person is exempt from the requirements of this section if he or she is: Performing official duties as a certified law enforcement officer, firefighter, ambulance driver, or emergency medical technician;
(5) Operating a motor vehicle while using a wireless telecommunications device to: Report illegal activity;
(6) Summon medical or other emergency assistance; or
(7) Prevent injury to a person or property; or
(8) A physician or healthcare provider using a wireless telecommunications device for emergency medical purposes.