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Motorists attending Halloween parties this weekend could be caught out by a little-known costume driving law likely to cause havoc.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Experts at LeaseCar have raised awareness of Rule 97 of the Highway Code which has clear guidelines on clothing.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The law means wearing extravagant costumes behind the wheel could be against the rules with road users likely to be handed a ghoulish fine.<\/p>\n

Tim Alcock, spokesperson for LeaseCar said: \u201cWhen behind the wheel, it is important drivers have full control and concentration to ensure the safety of themselves and other road users.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cLots of people enjoy getting into the spirit of Halloween by dressing up and decorating, but this can have a serious impact on driving abilities.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\u201cUnder the Highway Code, those celebrating must make sure their clothing and footwear don\u2019t prevent them from efficiently driving.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cTo avoid risking a hefty fine, drivers should be extremely cautious and avoid getting in the spooky spirit until safely parked.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

Rule 97 of the Highway Code clearly states that drivers \u201cshould ensure that clothes and footwear do not prevent you using the controls in the correct manner\u201d.<\/p>\n

It means blood-curdling costumes involving long items such as bedsheets for ghosts or capes for witches and wizards could catch motorists out.\u00a0<\/p>\n

If a costume is found to be the cause of horrific driving, motorists could be summoned to court and charged for careless driving.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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  This could see owners slapped with a \u00a35,000 fine, up to nine penalty points and a possible driving ban in a disastrous trick-or-treat gift.<\/p>\n

  LeaseCar said: \u201cBefore setting off, drivers should consider how outfits may prevent quick reactions to potential hazards.\u00a0<\/p>\n

  \u201cFor instance, gloves could make the grip significantly looser on the steering wheel, or a long dress could get caught in the pedals.\u201d<\/p>\n

  Halloween staples such as masks and coloured contact lenses may also limit eyesight and motorists’ vision of road hazards.\u00a0<\/p>\n

  Motorists may be penalised for “failure to have proper control of the vehicle or full view of the road and traffic ahead\u201d.\u00a0<\/p>\n

  This is punishable with a lower \u00a31,000 fine and three penalty points but would still be a cursed end to a night out.\u00a0<\/p>\n

  Finally, LeaseCar warns it is illegal to dress up as a police officer or any member of law enforcement under the Police Act 1996.\u00a0<\/p>\n

  Those who dress up as a cop, even as a Halloween prank, could risk jail time for impersonating an officer.<\/p>\n

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