As Utah’s tough DUI law takes effect to improve highway safety, uphill fight seen for banning hand-held cellphones while driving

(Steve Griffin | Tribune File Photo) In this 2009 file photo, a driver talks on her cell phone while driving near the University of Utah.

(Steve Griffin | Tribune File Photo) In this 2009 file photo, a driver talks on her cell phone while driving near the University of Utah.

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