Question

What is double parking?

Parking next to a legally parked car on a street, which makes it difficult for the original driver to move their car and causes obstruction in the road, is double parking.

Double parking is illegal, and if found by police, your car will be impounded. Usually, people who double park are desperate for desired parking spots. They park next to cars parked parallel on the streets. The act of double parking makes it difficult for those who parked legally to move their cars. Added to this, such cars create a block to the traffic flow of the street. Hence, it causes traffic distress in the surrounding areas.

What to do if someone double-parks in front of you?

You can make a formal complaint to the police. Such traffic offenders could receive a fine ranging from $50 to $200, based on the respective state laws and areas where the incident took place. Additional fees are applicable if the car is towed and stored.

Who’s at fault if you hit a double-parked car?

If you hit a double-parked car, liability is often shared between both drivers. Drivers of double-parked vehicles may be held partially at fault for accidents when: