Forklift driver David Pratt risks a GBP80 (USD158.50) fine if city council officials catch him wearing a T-shirt his wife got him in California.

The slogan on Pratt's shirt reads: Don't **** me off! I am running out of places to hide the bodies.

Pratt, 46, an American living in Peterborough, was waiting for a bus with wife Elly when street wardens approached him about his apparel, according to BBC News.

"We have put this incident online on several blogs and 90% of people who commented said they found it hilarious or that I should have the right to wear it," Pratt says.

"It's a pity because I like the shirt, but I am trying to get citizenship but if I get a fine I can kiss citizenship goodbye."

Peterborough City Council says offensive, abusive or insulting language, even in print, is an offence under the Public Order Act.