Can you legally block a road?

It is illegal to obstruct the road. If somebody unlawfully assumes ownership of areas of a road, they are breaking the law. If a person, without lawful authority or excuse, in any way wilfully obstructs the free passage along a road, they are also guilty of an offence.

Is obstructing the highway an Offence?

Obstruction of the Highway Section 137 of the Highways Act 1980 says that “if a person, without lawful authority or excuse, in any way wilfully obstructs the free passage along a highway he is guilty of an offence”.

What is an obstruction on the road?

As mentioned above, a traffic obstruction is when a vehicle is moving too slowly, stopped, or parked on a road where cars and trucks are meant to drive freely. You could be stopped in your lane because your car broke down, or stopped in the middle of an intersection because you didn’t make a turning light on time.

What happens if you block a parked car in your driveway?

If someone has parked on your driveway and you were to block them in, be careful not to cause an obstruction to the public highway as this is a criminal offence. If you do, the owner of the vehicle could call the police on you.

Can you call the police if someone blocks your driveway?

But if you are blocked in and need to get somewhere ASAP, you need to call the police using the non-emergency line (do not call a tow company directly!). Blocking a driveway is an immediate-tow offense, and because tow companies love money, they should arrive relatively soon.

What are the legal facts about blocked driveways?

The key legal facts about blocked driveways. If someone has parked on your driveway and you were to block them in, be careful not to cause an obstruction to the public highway as this is a criminal offence. If you do, the owner of the vehicle could call the police on you.

Is it bad to Park in front of your neighbor’s driveway?

It goes without saying that people should not park in a way that blocks a neighbor’s driveway or makes it hard for their neighbors to get their vehicles, boats and RVs out of their driveways. A few feet and some consideration for others can make the difference. Be a good neighbor!

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