Are People Who Drive Barefoot in New Hampshire Breaking the Law?

Let's face it. We've all been in a situation where we had to drive home barefoot. I usually take my shoes towards the end of a wedding reception so I can really cut a rug on the dancefloor. Rarely do I put those shoes back on to drive home; that just sounds torturous to me. Also, when you are driving home from the beach and the toes are already caked in sand, are we really going to slide those hoofs in a pair of sandals? I know I'm not!

Sometimes I feel like driving barefoot is just as safe, if not safer than the alternative. It's definitely safer than driving in a pair of platform heels, and it's just as safe as driving in a pair of flip flops. How much are those really helping?

Although I am outing myself as a repeat offender of driving barefoot, I really never knew if it was against the law.

Is driving barefoot in New Hampshire illegal?

Does "No Shirt, No Shoes" equal a big fat ticket when you are behind the wheel?

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As you may have predicted driving barefoot is not Illegal in New Hampshire, as we are the "Live Free or Die" state. However, it is not the safest move.

According to GetJerry.com, there are no laws on record about wearing shoes while behind the wheel. Even so, you may want to think twice before driving barefoot, because even though you aren't at risk of being ticketed, there are some serious dangers associated with barefoot driving. Basically, you are putting yourself at unnecessary risk!

The site goes on to outline those risks:

Barefoot driving can be distracting for some drivers
You’re missing out on the improved traction offered by shoes
You risk lacerations and other injuries to your feet if involved in an accident

But on the other side of the coin, if barefoot driving was that bad, wouldn't there be laws regulating it? Clumsy shoes like flip flops and high heels are actually worse than driving barefoot because they can get in the way while driving, or worse, slip off the pedal.

According to drivingsafely.net, the safest footwear to drive in is a pair of comfortable, closed-toe shoes. Think Vans slip-ons! However, you need to make the best decisions for your safety when driving a car. In some circumstances, barefoot might be better than the shoes you have on!

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