Is it illegal to drive with open back shoes?

It isn't illegal to drive in flip-flops, so long as you are able to operate the controls safely. However, wearing flip-flops when driving can pose a risk to your safety, as they don't have a back. Therefore, a flip-flop could get caught underneath a pedal, preventing it from being pushed down.
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Is it illegal to drive in your flip-flops?

Driving in less than practical shoes – or no shoes at all for that matter – is not illegal, but you have a responsibility as a driver to uphold standards on the road.
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What is the rule for driving shoes?

For maximum control while driving, you should opt for soft shoes with a thin sole that also has a little grip. These will allow your ankle to remain flexible and keep your sole sensitive to how much pressure you're placing on the pedals.
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Is it legal to drive with shoes on or off?

You can drive barefoot. That's fine, so long as you can maintain proper control of your car, and so long as nothing in the footwell is going to interfere with your ability to do so. But also be aware that your footwear should be right for the job at hand.
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Is driving barefoot illegal anywhere in the US?

It's a surprise to many that this is just an urban legend. It is, in fact, legal to drive a car, pickup truck, or similar vehicle without footwear in all 50 states.
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What shoes are illegal to drive?

There are no specific laws concerning footwear whilst driving.
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Is it illegal to walk barefoot in America?

You are legally allowed to go barefoot in public places and when driving. It gets passed around so much that it's assumed to be true: Going barefoot inside a public building is illegal. Driving without shoes on is against the law. Both are myths, except for a few specific exceptions.
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Is it illegal to wear sunglasses while driving?

Wearing sunglasses is allowed whilst driving, and although it's not a legal requirement to wear them in bright conditions, you could still be considered by police to be "driving without due care and attention" in certain situations.
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Is it illegal to park in front of a driveway?

This means the police may get involved, and may help you move the vehicle on. So the bad news is that there's not a lot you can do if a car parks across your driveway. You have the same rights as all road users, which unfortunately means you have no legal right to park in front of your property.
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What is Rule 97 of the Highway Code?

Rule 97. your vehicle is legal and roadworthy (see Annexes 3 and 6 for important vehicle maintenance and safety checks).
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Can I drive in Uggs?

Choose a pair of shoes which are, ideally, flat and stay securely on your feet. Shoes with a slim sole will also allow you to get a better feeling for the pedals, as shoes with a thick sole, like Ugg boots or wellies, for example, can make it tricky to control the car.
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Can you wear drivers with socks?

You can wear them with or without socks, depending on personal preference. Driving shoes can be worn to way more places than the driver seat of your car and are a must-have in every man's shoe collection.
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Can you drive in high heels?

Some choices of footwear are definitely safer than others. Driving in high heels can be dangerous for a variety of reasons. Most safety experts recommend driving in flat shoes, telling drivers to avoid heels – as well as slippery thongs and bare feet – because of safety concerns.
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Can you drive in Dr Martens?

Clumpy shoes

Big boots like Dr Martens or wellies can accidentally cover the brake and accelerator at once, so maybe not best for driving.
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Is wearing flip flops a dot violation?

As far as Federal FMSCA/DOT Regulations go - barefoot, flip-flops, 6" spiked heels. It's ALL GOOD. Contrary to popular belief (or urban legend) there are NO STATE LAWS PROHIBITING FLIPS OR BAREFOOT DRIVING EITHER - for a car or CMV - none on the books.
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Is it illegal to drive without MOT?

Wondering whether you can drive a car without an MOT? The answer is that it is illegal to drive your car without an MOT unless you are driving to an MOT test centre or garage. However, even then your car must not have any serious, dangerous faults – these will be listed on your MOT test certificate.
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Can I clamp a car on my property?

It is illegal to clamp, block or tow away a car parked on private land or property unless you have lawful authority. Lawful authorities are only considered to be organisations such as the police, DVLA and local authorities. Lawful authorities have the power to clamp a car if the vehicle is improperly parked or untaxed.
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Can I damage a car parked on my property?

Police have advised in the past “Don't damage or clamp the vehicle or have it removed by a third party for destruction or storage without first seeking legal advice. “. The only legal way to resolve this issue would be to obtain an eviction notice from the courts however this might cost you a hefty amount of money.
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Can someone park in front of my house?

Since Public Roadways are just that, "public," no one has the right to reserve spaces in front of his or her house. However, while it is not illegal to park in front of someone else's house, it is certainly inconsiderate.
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What type of glasses should not be worn while driving at night?

Which of the following types of glasses shouldn't be worn when driving at night? Explanation: If you're driving at night or in poor visibility, tinted lenses will reduce the efficiency of your vision by reducing the amount of light reaching your eyes.
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What glasses should not be worn when driving?

Due to the light levels within the car, filter category 2 lenses which transmit between 18% and 43% of light are recommended for daytime driving. Filter category 4 lenses only transmit between 3% and 8% of light and are not suitable for driving at any time.
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What color lenses are best for driving?

While gray, brown, and amber lenses are good for daytime driving, and clear lenses are best for nighttime driving, there are some lens colors that you should avoid wearing while driving at any time. Shades of blue, green, and pink all impact how much light reaches your eyes.
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Can I go barefoot in Walmart?

WHAT ABOUT STORE POLICIES? – WALMART – This document from Walmart corporate headquarters confirms that Walmart does not require footwear for customers.
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Can I shop barefoot at Walmart?

Go on, walk into Walmart barefoot: there's no law. preventing you.
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Can I go to church barefoot?

Although Lent and Easter are an excellent time to do Barefoot Sunday for Christian churches, the idea of Barefoot Sundays and weekends are universal. Meaning, your faith community can choose any time of the year to decide to do one.
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