Brits warned that sat-nav error could bring £200 fine and six points
Drivers have been warned that one sat-nav habit could lead to six penalty points and a £200 fine. You’ll also lose your licence if you passed your driving test in the last two years. If you do not have a full view of the road and traffic ahead due to the placement of your sat nav, you could also receive three penalty points. If you are taken to court over the offence you could receive an outright driving ban and a maximum fine of up to £1,000 or £2,500 if you are driving a lorry or bus.
TL;DR
- Using a sat-nav or mobile phone while driving can lead to six penalty points and a £200 fine.
- Drivers who passed their test in the last two years risk losing their license.
- Obstructing your view of the road with a sat-nav can result in three penalty points.
- It is illegal to hold and use a phone, sat nav, tablet, or any device that sends or receives data while driving, even at traffic lights or in queues.
- Hands-free devices can be used as long as they are not held and do not block the driver's view.
- Nottinghamshire Police reported numerous drivers on the M1 motorway interacting with their phones for navigation or other purposes while driving.