How many minutes count as illegal parking in a no-parking zone?

[JosiahAnn]

There is no legal stipulation regarding the duration of parking. In practice, it is generally considered illegal if the vehicle is parked for more than 5 minutes. If a vehicle is parked in a designated no-parking area, traffic police have the authority to order the driver to leave. If the driver is not present or refuses to move the vehicle, the police can tow it away and impose a fine. Below is more relevant information: Penalty standards for illegal parking: 1. If a motor vehicle is parked in violation of regulations, traffic authorities may issue a parking violation notice or record the offense using electronic monitoring devices. If the vehicle obstructs other vehicles or pedestrians, it may be towed to a non-obstructive location or a designated parking area, with a fine of 200 yuan imposed on the driver. 2. Temporary parking in violation of regulations will result in a 200 yuan fine. 3. Parking or temporary stopping in areas marked with no-parking signs or lines will result in a 100 yuan fine.