Former “Harry Potter” star Emma Watson has been banned from driving for six months after being caught speeding.

Emma Watson is temporarily hitting the brakes on driving. Watson, who is known for her iconic role as Hermione Granger in the " Harry Potter " film franchise, has been banned from driving in the United Kingdom for six months, according to U.K. Press Association.

HBO announced production has commenced on its "Harry Potter" series, and photos were released showing Dominic McLaughlin and Nick Frost in costume as Harry and Hagrid, respectively.

Emma Watson and Zoe Wanamaker, stars of the Harry Potter films, received six-month UK driving bans this week after being caught speeding in separate incidents, drawing public and media attention.

Harry Potter actress Emma Watson has been banned from driving after being caught speeding in south-east England. Watson, who was stopped while driving her blue Audi, has been studying at Oxford University. The star was fined 1,044 pounds ($2,143). Harry Potter actress Emma Watson has been banned from driving after being caught speeding.

The crew and cast of the Harry Potter franchise are forever linked by the fact that they worked on the beloved film saga. However, two of its members are now also linked by dual legal situations. Emma Watson,

Emma Watson, best known for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter film series, has been banned from driving for six months after being caught speeding in the U.K. last year.

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