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This section shall not apply to:

A. The use of a mobile telephone or portable electronic device for the sole purpose of communicating with any of the following regarding an immediate emergency situation:

1. An emergency response operator;

2. An ambulance company;

3. Fire district and rescue service personnel;

4. Law enforcement personnel;

5. A hospital; or

6. A physician’s office or health clinic.

B. The activation or deactivation of hands-free use, as long as the mobile telephone or portable electronic device is securely configured and attached to the vehicle or integrated into the vehicle.

C. First responder exception:

This section does not apply to an emergency service professional using a mobile telephone or portable electronic device while operating an emergency vehicle in the course and scope of his or her duties. ((O)16-15, 12/07/2016)