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Honolulu's 'Distracted Walking' Law Takes Effect, Targeting Phone Users

Honolulu police officers direct traffic at an intersection. Honolulu is the first major U.S. city to ban texting while walking in a crosswalk. (AFP/Getty Images)
Honolulu police officers direct traffic at an intersection. Honolulu is the first major U.S. city to ban texting while walking in a crosswalk. (AFP/Getty Images)

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