Drivers could be slapped with a £5,000 fine and penalty points for simple indicator mistake
dailyrecord.co.ukA simple error that many of us are likely to have made at some point could land drivers with a hefty fine as well as points on their licence.
Simply indicating incorrectly is enough to see a driver hit with the hefty sum. While the rule isn't always enforced, as accidents do happen, you could be hit with the multi-thousand pound maximum penalty if your incorrect indication causes an accident.
The rules fall under section 3 Road Traffic Act 1988. Under the section, you could be fined for driving "without due care and attention, or without reasonable consideration for other persons using the road or place", reports the Mirror.
For the most part you will likely find yourself hit with a fixed-penalty notice (FPN), which will see you fined £100 and given three penalty points on your licence.
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