Parking a car is not always easy. Especially in the narrow streets and alleys of a city it can be difficult to find a parking space at all. It can therefore sometimes be tempting to simply park in the opposite direction to the direction of travel. But even if it leads to short-term success, it also harbors risks. Parking against the direction of travel is an administrative offense that can be punished with a fine and other consequences. We would like to make you aware that it is not worth acting thoughtlessly and risking penalties.
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Parking against the direction of travel is one of the most common traffic offenses in Germany. Most accidents and traffic jams are wrong Parking attributed. Drivers who park in the opposite direction face severe fines. According to the traffic committee, wrong parking is a misdemeanor and can be punished with a fine of 15 € (StVO in § 12, paragraph 4). Although this fine is no more than a few euros in most cases, more serious offenses can be expensive.
For example, reverse parking on a sidewalk can result in a fine of up to €115. So the next time you unintentionally park in the opposite direction, be aware that you may have to pay a fine. Otherwise, you can expect even more severe penalties, such as a driving ban or a criminal complaint. For anyone who is unsure whether to park backwards or not, it is always a good idea to always check traffic rules and only park in the correct position.
With a length of 2,70 meters, vehicles such as a Smart are longer than a vehicle is allowed to be wide - so there can be a fine because parking is not space-saving / exceptions are one-way streets or if tram tracks are laid to the right /
Parking backwards can be a traffic offense depending on where you parked. Penalties vary by city and state. Some penalties can include a warning or a fine, and in severe cases even imprisonment. You can also be penalized with a point in the traffic register or with a driving ban. Because it is very difficult and costly to challenge such decisions, it is important to abide by these rules and be considerate.
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