224Using horns and similar warning devices

224 Using horns and similar warning devices

A driver must not use, or allow to be used, a horn, or similar warning device, fitted to or in the driver’s vehicle unless: (a) it is necessary to use the horn, or warning device, to warn other road users or animals of the approach or position of the vehicle; or (b) the horn, or warning device, is being used as part of an anti‑theft device, or an alcohol ignition interlock system, fitted to the vehicle.

Offence provision.

Note 1: Driver’s vehicle is defined in the dictionary, and road user is defined in rule 14.

Note 2: Driver includes a person in control of a vehicle—see the definition of drive in the dictionary.