Authorities in the Aube department are considering a new decree that would suspend the licenses of drivers caught using their phones while driving. The prefect of Aube, Pascal Gauci, shared this intention with local media on Tuesday, September 29, and the prefecture confirmed the plan to BFM this Friday. If implemented, this measure would add to the existing penalty for using a mobile phone while driving, which currently includes a fine of 135 euros and the loss of three points on a driver's license. The proposal comes in response to road safety concerns, as the department has seen several fatal accidents this summer. Gauci emphasized the role of mobile phones in these incidents and noted a growing trend of driver inattention. At the time of the announcement, the decree had not yet been officially published, though its release is expected soon. The exact details of the proposed text remain unclear. This is not the first time such a measure has been considered in France. The Landes department was the first to implement administrative license suspensions for using a handheld phone while driving in November 2025. This immediate suspension can last between 15 days and six months. Other departments have since adopted similar measures. For example, Lot-et-Garonne, Pas-de-Calais, and Charente-Maritime have all implemented the practice of suspending licenses for drivers using mobile phones. These departments have seen a rise in incidents involving distracted driving, prompting local authorities to take stronger action to improve road safety. The Aube department’s proposed decree would follow this trend, aiming to reduce the number of accidents caused by driver distraction. The move reflects a broader effort across France to combat the dangers of using mobile phones while operating a vehicle. While fines and points deductions have been in place for some time, the introduction of license suspensions is intended to serve as a stronger deterrent. If approved, the Aube department's decree could further encourage drivers to avoid using their phones while behind the wheel, potentially leading to fewer accidents and safer roads.