23/06/2026
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Driving in sliders, flip-flops or backless shoes: the Highway Code states in Rule 97 that drivers should ensure that “clothing and footwear do not prevent you using the controls in the correct manner”. However, popular summer footwear such as flip-flops, sliders and backless shoes can fall off a driver’s foot and get trapped under the pedals, particularly if feet are hot or wet. This creates a dangerous driving environment and could mean drivers are unable to use their brakes efficiently, so putting themselves, any passengers and, of course, other people at risk. If a driver is in an accident and the police see that they are wearing footwear of this type, or even no shoes at all, they may be found to be "driving without due care and attention". This offence carries a £100 on-the-spot fine and three penalty points on a driving licence, and, if it goes to court, the maximum penalty could rise to a £5,000 fine, nine penalty points and potentially a driving ban.
