Can you park in the white solid line area?
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Parking is not allowed in the white solid line area. The following are the penalties for drivers present: If the driver is present: The traffic police can point out the illegal behavior and issue a verbal warning, ordering the driver to leave immediately. Generally, as long as the driver leaves quickly, there will be no fine. If the driver refuses to leave: If the parked vehicle obstructs the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians, the traffic police will impose a fine ranging from 20 to 200 yuan. An "illegal parking notice" will be issued and placed on the window. The following are the penalties for drivers not present: If the driver is not present: In addition to issuing a fine and a ticket, if the parked vehicle obstructs the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians, the traffic department has the right to tow the vehicle to a location that does not obstruct traffic or to a parking spot designated by the traffic management department of the public security authority.
Once while driving downtown, I casually parked for a while in an area marked with solid white lines, thinking it was no big deal. Returning to my car minutes later, the ticket slapped on my windshield was a rude awakening: those white lines were actually lane dividers strictly prohibiting any parking. Parking there not only risks rear-end collisions but also causes traffic congestion, especially during rush hours. Now I only park in clearly marked spaces with proper signage, like near blue parking indicators or in mall parking lots. Remember, safe driving lies in the details – a quick glance at road markings before parking can save major headaches.
