Pennsylvania Permit Practice Test: Parking Rules (2026)

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From the official handbook, PUB 95 (4-21), Sections 3, 5 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the PennDOT. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95)

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  1. Question 1 of 11

    How far from the curb may you park in Pennsylvania?

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    Answer: No more than 12 inches

    Park as close to the curb as possible, no more than 12 inches; with no curb, pull as far off the road as possible.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 52

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  2. Question 2 of 11

    If you must park on the roadway, from how far must your car be visible?

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    Answer: At least 500 feet in both directions

    Use your four-way flashers, leave room for passing vehicles and be visible from 500 feet each way.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 52

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  3. Question 3 of 11

    You park facing downhill. Which way should you turn your wheels?

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    Answer: Completely to the right

    Downhill, with or without a curb, turn the wheels fully right; set the parking brake and shift to Park.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 52

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  4. Question 4 of 11

    How close to a fire hydrant may you park in Pennsylvania?

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    Answer: No closer than 15 feet

    Do not park within 15 feet of a hydrant.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 53

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  5. Question 5 of 11

    How close to a crosswalk at an intersection may you park?

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    Answer: No closer than 20 feet

    Do not park within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection, or of a fire station driveway.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 53

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  6. Question 6 of 11

    How close to a stop sign at the side of the road may you park?

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    Answer: No closer than 30 feet

    Keep 30 feet from flashing signals, stop and yield signs and roadside traffic control devices.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 53

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  7. Question 7 of 11

    How close to the nearest rail of a railroad crossing may you park?

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    Answer: No closer than 50 feet

    Never stop, stand or park within 50 feet of the nearest rail.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 53

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  8. Question 8 of 11

    What is double parking, and is it allowed?

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    Answer: Stopping beside a car parked at the curb; it is not allowed

    Double parking, on the roadway side of a parked vehicle, is prohibited.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 53

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  9. Question 9 of 11

    May you stop in the median crossover of a divided highway?

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    Answer: No, never stop between roadways of a divided highway

    Never stop, stand or park between the roadways of a divided highway, including crossovers.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 53

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  10. Question 10 of 11

    What is the fine for parking illegally in a disabled parking space in Pennsylvania?

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    Answer: $50 to $200, plus towing

    You need a disability plate or placard and must be transporting that person; otherwise $50 to $200 and towing.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 92

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  11. Question 11 of 11

    What should you do before leaving your parked car?

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    Answer: Turn off the engine, remove the key, lock the doors and check traffic before getting out

    Turn off the engine, remove the key, lock the doors and check behind before opening the door.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 53

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