VA DMV VA DMV Parking and Stopping Rules Questions and Answers 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How close to a fire hydrant are you prohibited from parking in Virginia?
- 5 feet
- 10 feet
- 15 feet (Correct answer)
- 20 feet
Correct answer: 15 feet
Virginia law prohibits parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant to ensure emergency vehicle access.
Question 2: How close to an intersection may you park in Virginia?
- 10 feet
- 20 feet
- 25 feet (Correct answer)
- 30 feet
Correct answer: 25 feet
In Virginia, parking within 25 feet of an intersection is prohibited to maintain sight distance for drivers.
Question 3: When parking on a hill with a curb and your vehicle is facing downhill in Virginia, which way should you turn your wheels?
- Straight ahead
- Away from the curb (left)
- Toward the curb (right) (Correct answer)
- It does not matter
Correct answer: Toward the curb (right)
When facing downhill with a curb, turn your wheels toward the curb so the vehicle will roll into the curb if the brakes fail.
Question 4: When parking uphill with a curb in Virginia, which direction should you turn your front wheels?
- Toward the curb (right)
- Away from the curb (left) (Correct answer)
- Straight ahead
- Toward the center of the road
Correct answer: Away from the curb (left)
When parking uphill with a curb, turn your wheels away from the curb so the vehicle rolls into the curb if it moves.
Question 5: How close to a railroad crossing are you prohibited from parking in Virginia?
- 25 feet
- 50 feet (Correct answer)
- 75 feet
- 100 feet
Correct answer: 50 feet
Virginia law prohibits parking within 50 feet of a railroad crossing to keep the area clear for emergency access and visibility.
Question 6: Is it legal to park in front of a driveway in Virginia?
- Yes, if you leave the car for less than one hour
- Yes, if you leave your hazard lights on
- No, it is always illegal to block a driveway (Correct answer)
- Only illegal if someone complains
Correct answer: No, it is always illegal to block a driveway
Parking in front of or blocking a private or public driveway is always prohibited in Virginia.
How close to a fire hydrant are you prohibited from parking in Virginia?