Traffic Enforcement Agent Parking and Traffic Regulations Flashcards
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A vehicle is parked within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. What action should a Traffic Enforcement Agent take?
Answer: Issue a parking violation summons
Parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant is a violation and the TEA should issue a parking summons.
What does a red curb marking typically indicate to a Traffic Enforcement Agent?
Answer: No parking at any time
A red curb indicates no stopping, standing, or parking at any time.
A driver argues their meter has just expired by one minute. How should a TEA respond?
Answer: Issue the summons since the meter has already expired
Once a meter expires, the vehicle is in violation and a summons may be issued.
Which of the following vehicles is generally exempt from alternate-side parking regulations in many U.S. cities?
Answer: Vehicles displaying a valid disability placard
Vehicles displaying a valid disability placard are typically exempt from alternate-side parking rules.
A TEA observes a vehicle double-parked and blocking a bus stop. Which violation should be noted FIRST on the summons?
Answer: The most serious or primary violation at that location
TEAs are trained to note the primary (most serious) violation first when multiple violations exist.
How far from a crosswalk must a vehicle be parked to avoid a parking violation?
Answer: At least 20 feet before the crosswalk
Most jurisdictions prohibit parking within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.
A TEA finds a vehicle parked in a space marked 'Street Cleaning — Mon & Thu 8AM–11AM' on a Monday at 10:30 AM. What is the correct action?
Answer: Issue a parking violation summons
The vehicle is parked during an active street cleaning restriction and is in violation, requiring a summons.