Pretty frequently I’ll notice people in the cars next to me talking on their cell phone —- but not with a hands-free headset!
Criminals. In the state of California, this is illegal. Often, I’ll smirk at these other drivers, gesturing with my thumb and pinky in a phone call-ish motion.
It’s a bit of a risky move on my part, because it could be interpreted in a few different ways.
Could be interpreted as a friendly and appreciated reminder of the law. Could be interpreted as “I’m annoying and should mind my own business.”
If it’s a cute a girl I’m gesturing at, I can hope she interprets it as “playful and flirtatious.”
Worst case scenario is should I remind some gang member of our state’s laws, and this person then reacts toward me with violence and anger.
