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 interlock device, fitted to the vehicle.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 5 penalty units.

Note 1 Driver’s vehicle is defined in the dictionary, road user is defined in rule 14 and alcohol interlock device is defined in rule 221.

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