Nighttime Parking Mistake: Hefty Fines & Safety Risks

0:00This is Corey, and here's what is making news across Leicester right now. Many drivers are a risk of hefty fines for a common parking mistake at night. Rule 248 in the highway code says, you cannot park on a road facing against traffic unless it's a designated spot. Violating this can mean penalty points, a driving ban, or even prison time. This rule carries real legal weight through the road traffic act, even though the code itself isn't strict law. The rack stresses that ignoring it leaves you open to prosecution by police. The main reason boils down to safety on dark roads. Front headlights and signals do not reflect like rear lights, which can confuse or dazzle oncoming drivers and create hazards. Experts point out other smart parking habits to avoid trouble. Always HUD the roadside edge, switch off the engine and headlights, set the handbrake, and hide any valuables before stepping out. On roads with speed limits over 30 miles per hour, keep parking lights on if you're stopped. Passengers should exit curbside and check for traffic before opening doors.

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