Failing to park parallel to and within 18 inches of the right-hand curb when parking on a two-way roadway.
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This ticket is issued when your vehicle isn't parked parallel to and within 18 inches of the curb on a two-way street. It's a common parking violation in California that doesn't add points to your license but still carries a fine.
This violation typically costs $50 to $100 depending on your county. Since it's a parking infraction with zero DMV points, it won't affect your insurance rates or driving record. However, ignoring the ticket can lead to late fees and potential registration holds.
This parking violation carries zero points and will not appear on your driving record. Your insurance rates will not be affected by this ticket.
Driver parked 24 inches from the curb in a residential area because another car had parked too far out, forcing them to compensate
Ticket issued because the vehicle exceeded the 18-inch requirement regardless of other vehicles
Driver received a ticket but the curb was damaged and uneven, making proper measurement impossible
Ticket dismissed after driver submitted photos showing the deteriorated curb condition
Large truck driver parked with rear wheels 20 inches from curb due to vehicle size and narrow street
Ticket upheld because the law applies to all vehicles regardless of size
These are the defense arguments that appear most often in successful Trial by Written Declarations for this violation.
Vehicle was within 18 inches
CVC 22502(a) requires parallel parking with the right wheels within 18 inches of the right curb. Document your parking position with photographs if possible.
Left-hand side parking exception
On one-way streets, parking on the left side is permitted. Verify the road configuration.
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On a two-way street, your right-hand wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb. On a one-way street, you may park on either side with the appropriate wheels within 18 inches of that curb.
CVC 22502(a) specifically requires parking within 18 inches of the curb. If there was no curb present, you may have grounds to contest the ticket since there was nothing to measure from.
Yes. Officers typically estimate distances visually without measuring. If you were close to the limit, you can challenge whether the officer's estimate was accurate, especially with photos showing your actual position.
No. Parking violations don't add points to your driving record and are not reported to insurance companies. Your rates will not increase from this ticket.
Unpaid parking tickets accrue late fees and can eventually result in a hold on your vehicle registration. You won't be able to renew your registration until all outstanding parking tickets are resolved.
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