WA Can I Use a GoPro Whilst Driving?

[JTB]

The traffic law around taking pictures and videos refers to Mobile Phones, but it doesn't specifically cover using devices like a GoPro, etc. Can I use a GoPro to take video or pictures whilst driving?

 

[Sophea]

As long as you are not breaching laws by what you are taking photographs of - i.e. people engaged in private acts, and you are not driving recklessly then I don't think there are any road laws in WA that would prevent you from using a gopro while in the car. The laws that relate to use of mobile phones don't seem to apply to other devices oddly enough.

 

[Rod]

No. Police will call it dangerous driving. You need two hands on the wheel.

 

[Rod]

BTW, stupid idea. Driving needs concentration so you are not a danger to other people. No-one's health should be put at risk because you want to record some scenery. Take a passenger along to do the recording while you concentrate on not being a danger to other people.