The province intends to make them higher, but new fines are now in place for those caught using cellphones or other electronic devices while driving.As of Monday, the fines for distracted driving increased from 155 dollars to 280 dollars.
Transportation Minister Glen Murray introduced legislation earlier this week to bring that fine up to as high as one thousand dollars.
Provincial Police in northwestern Ontario applaud the increase, calling distracting driving a serious threat to others on the road.