Janet Jackson was caught holding her phone while driving her £ 80,000 car in London earlier this week.
The legendary singer, 54, appeared animated as her mobile device rested in her palm on a trip around Sloane Square in the capital.
In the UK, it is illegal to use a cell phone or similar device – such as a GPS or a camera – while driving a car or motorbike, and offenders could be subject to six penalty points and one £ 200 fine. .
Pictured: Janet Jackson was caught holding her phone while driving her £ 80,000 car in London earlier this week
Michael Jackson’s sister drove in her flashy Range Rover, which can range from £ 70,000 to £ 120,000.
The dancer was dressed in a patterned scarf and sunglasses as she was marked with a rare outing.
Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart criticized Janet’s recent appearance in an interview with The Sun.
Policy and Research Director Neil Greig said: ‘It is truly shocking to see such a prestigious celebrity flout the law and put herself and others at risk on the road.
In conversation? The legendary singer, 54, appeared animated as her mobile device rested in her palm on a trip around Sloane Square in the capital.
Offense: In the UK it is illegal to use a cell phone or similar device while driving a car, and offenders could be subject to six penalty points and a fine of £ 200.
Flashy: Michael Jackson’s sister drove in his Range Rover, which can range from £ 70,000 to £ 120,000
Stylish: The dancer was dressed in a patterned scarf and sunglasses as she was marked with a rare outing
‘It’s really shocking’: IAM RoadSmart road safety charity slammed Janet’s recent appearance in interview
“IAM RoadSmart research shows that using a cell phone while driving leads to closer tracking, lane crossings and reduced reaction times.
“ If the driver who does so was involved in a crash resulting in death or injury, the courts would treat it as an ‘aggravating factor’ … no one can multitask and no call is worth it. worth risking someone’s life. for.’
Drivers were previously prohibited from using their phones for “interactive communication” purposes, but earlier this year the law was significantly broadened to prohibit a wide variety of actions.
Stricter restrictions mean that drivers face a total ban on touching their cell phones while driving. A rep for Janet declined to comment when approached by MailOnline.
Nicholas Lyes of RAC told the Daily Mail last October: ‘Closing this loophole is very welcome and reflects the multitude of ways in which drivers can use cell phones.
“The use of cell phones while driving continues to pose a very real risk to road safety, so it is clear that more needs to be done to make this as socially unacceptable as drinking and driving.
“ It is important that alongside this change in the law, the government seriously examines other options that can help enforce the law, which should include new camera technology capable of detecting different types of use of portable mobile phones while driving. ”
The musician returned to London in 2019 after leaving the home she shared with her ex-husband, the multimillionaire Qatari businessman Wissam Al Mana.
Strict: Drivers were banned from using their phones for ‘interactive communication’ purposes, but earlier this year the law was extended to prohibit various actions
Residence: The musician returned to London in 2019 after leaving the house she shared with her ex-husband, the multimillionaire Qatari businessman Wissam Al Mana
Laws: Stricter restrictions mean drivers face a total ban on touching their mobile phones while driving
The Rules: Holding your phone for any reason is prohibited while driving, browsing the Internet, and using social media or any other phone application.
The couple, who married in 2012, announced their separation in April 2017, just four months after the birth of their four-year-old son Eissa.
Janet was next spotted in the city in 2019 at an Open Mic party with her brother Jermaine, 66, who starred in the UK edition of Celebrity Big Brother in 2007.
His life will be explored in an upcoming four-hour documentary airing on A&E Networks.
“ Janet ” will air for two nights on Lifetime and A&E in 2022, Deadline recently reported.
Multitasking: The media personality looked to the future as she appeared to engage in a conversation on the phone
Romantic background: The music icon and his ex-wife, who married in 2012, announced their separation in April 2017 just four months after the birth of their four-year-old son Eissa.
Keeping busy: At one point, Janet held her phone to her mouth as she made her way to her destination
Discreet: Despite being a prominent artist, hitmaker All for You maintains a relatively private personal life
The documentary was filmed over three years and will chronicle the ups and downs in the singer’s personal life, as well as her musical success.
The production team had access to previously unseen home videos and archival footage of Janet.
The show will provide an intimate glimpse into her career and cover topics such as the death of her brother Michael, motherhood and her 2004 Super Bowl performance with Justin Timberlake.
Coming Soon: His Life To Be Explored In Upcoming Four-Hour Documentary To Air On A&E Networks