The latest trick to catch LA drivers and hit them with a hefty fine

Drivers in Los Angeles County could be slapped with a $63 ticket under California’s “daylighting” law as deputies ramp up enforcement against motorists parking too close to crosswalks.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department announced yesterday that parking enforcement officers will continue issuing citations under the law, which took effect Jan. 1, 2025, alongside enforcement of the county’s nonconforming vehicle ordinance.

The daylighting law prohibits drivers from parking within 20 feet of the approach to a marked or unmarked crosswalk, or within 15 feet of a crosswalk with a curb extension, even if there are no painted curbs or posted signs.

Officials said the measure is intended to improve visibility at intersections so drivers can better see pedestrians and pedestrians can more easily spot oncoming traffic. Nearly 36% of all pedestrian traffic fatalities in unincorporated LA County occur at intersections, according to the sheriff’s department.

Sheriff’s deputies are also cracking down under the county’s new nonconforming vehicle ordinance, which took effect March 3 of this year.

The rule restricts where oversized and other nonconforming vehicles can park in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County — and gives authorities the power to tow vehicles that violate the ordinance.

Violating either rule carries a $63 fine, while owners of towed vehicles will also be responsible for towing and storage costs.

“LASD encourages motorists to take a few moments to familiarize themselves with these parking regulations before leaving their vehicles,” the department said in a statement.

The sheriff’s department said it will continue working with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works on curb markings and signage where appropriate, while coordinating with the Board of Supervisors on community concerns as enforcement continues.

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