MN DMV Parking and Stopping Rules 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In Minnesota, a red painted curb means:
- No stopping, standing, or parking at any time (Correct answer)
- Parking for 15 minutes only
- Emergency vehicle parking only
- Bus stop zone
Correct answer: No stopping, standing, or parking at any time
A red curb indicates no stopping, standing, or parking is allowed at any time — it is a fire lane or emergency access zone.
Question 2: In Minnesota, when is it legal to park in a space designated for persons with disabilities?
- When the space is the only one available
- Only when the vehicle displays a valid disability plate or placard (Correct answer)
- For up to 5 minutes for any reason
- When accompanying a disabled person in another vehicle
Correct answer: Only when the vehicle displays a valid disability plate or placard
Disability parking spaces in Minnesota may only be used by vehicles displaying a valid state-issued disability license plate or hanging placard.
Question 3: In Minnesota, how far from an intersection may you park at a corner?
- 10 feet
- 20 feet (Correct answer)
- 30 feet
- 25 feet
Correct answer: 20 feet
Minnesota prohibits parking within 30 feet of the intersection to maintain clear visibility for drivers approaching the corner.
Question 4: In Minnesota, leaving an unattended vehicle running (engine on) in a public place is:
- Always legal
- Legal only in winter months
- Regulated — illegal in many cities due to anti-idling or 'puffing' ordinances (Correct answer)
- Only legal in private parking lots
Correct answer: Regulated — illegal in many cities due to anti-idling or 'puffing' ordinances
Many Minnesota cities have ordinances against leaving a running, unattended vehicle ('puffing') in public because it presents theft and safety risks.
Question 5: In Minnesota, parking closer than how many feet to a pedestrian ramp or curb cut is prohibited?
- 3 feet
- 5 feet (Correct answer)
- 10 feet
- 15 feet
Correct answer: 5 feet
Parking within 5 feet of a pedestrian ramp or curb cut is prohibited in Minnesota to ensure accessibility for wheelchair users.
Question 6: In Minnesota, when parking on a hill with a curb and facing downhill, you should turn your front wheels:
- Away from the curb (left)
- Toward the curb (right) (Correct answer)
- Straight ahead
- Whichever direction feels natural
Correct answer: Toward the curb (right)
When parking downhill with a curb, turn your wheels toward the curb (right) so the curb stops the vehicle if the brakes fail.
MN DMV Parking and Stopping Rules 3
In Minnesota, a red painted curb means: