TEA Traffic Enforcement Agent Parking and Traffic Regulations 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A vehicle is stopped in a 'No Standing' zone while the driver loads groceries. Is this a violation?
- Yes, no standing means no stopping for any purpose including loading (Correct answer)
- No, loading is permitted in no-standing zones
- No, the driver is present so it is allowed
- Yes, but only if stopped for more than 3 minutes
Correct answer: Yes, no standing means no stopping for any purpose including loading
A 'No Standing' zone prohibits stopping for any reason other than an emergency or to avoid a collision.
Question 2: When issuing a summons, what information is a TEA required to record about the vehicle?
- License plate number, state, make, color, and body type (Correct answer)
- Only the license plate number and state
- License plate, state, and owner's name
- License plate, VIN, and insurance information
Correct answer: License plate number, state, make, color, and body type
TEAs must record the plate number, issuing state, vehicle make, color, and body type to identify the vehicle accurately.
Question 3: A TEA observes a commercial truck parked in a passenger vehicle-only zone during delivery hours. What should the TEA do?
- Issue a summons for the commercial vehicle parking violation (Correct answer)
- Allow the truck to remain since it is making a delivery
- Call for a supervisor before taking any action
- Place a cone behind the truck and move on
Correct answer: Issue a summons for the commercial vehicle parking violation
Parking in a zone restricted to passenger vehicles is a violation, and a summons should be issued.
Question 4: What is the purpose of the 'No Stopping' designation on a street sign?
- To prohibit all stopping, standing, and parking (Correct answer)
- To prohibit parking but allow brief stops for passengers
- To prohibit parking and standing but allow momentary stops
- To restrict only commercial vehicles from stopping
Correct answer: To prohibit all stopping, standing, and parking
No Stopping is the most restrictive designation and prohibits any vehicle from halting except to avoid a collision.
Question 5: A motorist claims their vehicle broke down in a 'No Parking' zone. How should a TEA handle this situation?
- Issue a summons and contact the appropriate agency for a disabled vehicle (Correct answer)
- Allow the vehicle to remain without a summons since it is disabled
- Direct traffic around the vehicle and take no further action
- Immediately arrange for a tow without issuing a summons
Correct answer: Issue a summons and contact the appropriate agency for a disabled vehicle
A breakdown does not exempt a vehicle from a violation; the TEA issues a summons and contacts the proper authority for removal.
Question 6: What does a yellow curb marking typically indicate in most U.S. jurisdictions?
- Loading zone with time restrictions (Correct answer)
- No parking at any time
- Handicapped parking only
- Bus stop zone
Correct answer: Loading zone with time restrictions
Yellow curbs generally indicate loading zones where stopping for loading or unloading is permitted for limited periods.
Question 7: A TEA witnesses a vehicle park in a handicapped space without displaying a disability placard or plate. What is the correct response?
- Issue a summons for the accessible parking violation (Correct answer)
- Verify ownership through dispatch before issuing a summons
- Place a warning notice only since it may be a temporary oversight
- Contact local police before taking action
Correct answer: Issue a summons for the accessible parking violation
Parking in an accessible space without a valid placard or plate is a violation and warrants an immediate summons.
TEA Traffic Enforcement Agent Parking and Traffic Regulations 3
A vehicle is stopped in a 'No Standing' zone while the driver loads groceries.
Is this a violation?