DRIVERS face a hefty £5,000 fine or could even be banned if they break this October driving rule and millions of drivers are unaware of it.
Motorists could be given a very nasty fright if they are caught behind the wheel while wearing a fancy dress outfit for the spookiest night of the year.
Anyone caught taking to the road in a Halloween outfit could face the bone-chilling fine – and pleading ignorance is no defence, a motoring expert said.
Majid Ismailzada, Marketing Director & Motoring Expert at GM Direct Hire said: “Breaking the rules of the road is not a trifling matter, even on Halloween.
“Ignorance is not a defence.”
“If you’re pulled over, expect to face the consequences – in some cases, that can include steep fines.”
Under the Highway Code, Rule 90 says your vision mustn’t be obstructed while driving.
Costumes, that particularly include …