We’re planning a family trip to the Lake of the Ozarks this summer and I want to make sure I am familiar with local law. Can I drive barefoot in Missouri?
Missouri law enforcement won’t ticket you for driving barefoot, but they may give you some advice on why you should wear shoes while driving. Here’s what they might tell you:
Your insurance company could deny a car accident claim if you were driving barefoot. Driving barefoot, in certain cases, can be linked to negligence.
Shoes provide greater grip on the gas and brake pedals.
When you slip off your shoes while driving, they could interfere with the pedals.
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