Parking and Stopping Rules Flashcards

You may not park within how many feet of a railroad crossing in Tennessee?

Answer: 50 feet

Tennessee law prohibits parking within 50 feet of a railroad crossing to ensure visibility and emergency vehicle access.

Which of the following is NOT a legal reason to double-park in Tennessee?

Answer: None — double parking is never legal in Tennessee

Double parking — stopping alongside a parked vehicle in the travel lane — is illegal in Tennessee under all circumstances.

In Tennessee, you may not park within how many feet of a stop sign?

Answer: 30 feet

Tennessee prohibits parking within 30 feet of a stop sign to ensure clear sight lines for drivers approaching the intersection.

What should you always do before exiting your parked vehicle on the driver's side?

Answer: Check mirrors and look for cyclists or traffic before opening the door

Opening a car door into traffic or into a cyclist's path causes serious injuries; always check mirrors and look before opening the door.

In Tennessee, parking in a space designated for people with disabilities without a valid permit results in:

Answer: A significant fine and possible towing

Illegally parking in a disability space in Tennessee carries substantial fines and the vehicle may be towed at the owner's expense.

When may you park in a bicycle lane in Tennessee?

Answer: Never — bicycle lanes are always off-limits for parked vehicles

Bicycle lanes are designated exclusively for bicycle travel and may not be used for parking or stopping a vehicle.