TEA Traffic Enforcement Agent Parking and Traffic Regulations 2

Question 1

A vehicle is parked within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. What action should a Traffic Enforcement Agent take?

Accepted Answer

Issue a parking violation summons

Answer

Parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant is a violation and the TEA should issue a parking summons.

Question 2

What does a red curb marking typically indicate to a Traffic Enforcement Agent?

Accepted Answer

No parking at any time

Answer

A red curb indicates no stopping, standing, or parking at any time.

Question 3

A driver argues their meter has just expired by one minute. How should a TEA respond?

Accepted Answer

Issue the summons since the meter has already expired

Answer

Once a meter expires, the vehicle is in violation and a summons may be issued.

Question 4

Which of the following vehicles is generally exempt from alternate-side parking regulations in many U.S. cities?

Accepted Answer

Vehicles displaying a valid disability placard

Answer

Vehicles displaying a valid disability placard are typically exempt from alternate-side parking rules.

Question 5

A TEA observes a vehicle double-parked and blocking a bus stop. Which violation should be noted FIRST on the summons?

Accepted Answer

The most serious or primary violation at that location

Answer

TEAs are trained to note the primary (most serious) violation first when multiple violations exist.

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