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What does it mean to 'double park'?

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A

To park in two adjacent spaces

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B

To park alongside a legally parked vehicle, blocking it from the traffic lane

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C

To park in a parking garage on two levels

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D

To park in a space marked for two vehicles

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Detailed Explanation

Double parking means stopping or parking your vehicle alongside another vehicle that is already legally parked at the curb. This blocks the parked vehicle and obstructs traffic flow. Double parking is illegal in most situations.

Source: US DMV standard (applies in all states)

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