Los Angeles Committee Approved Fines for Crosswalk Parking
Los Angeles drivers may now face a $63 base fine for parking within 20 feet of a crosswalk.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Car Types
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The Los Angeles City Council Transportation Committee has approved a draft ordinance to enforce state-mandated parking restrictions near crosswalks. This measure aims to protect pedestrians by ensuring clear sightlines at intersections throughout the city.
Why it matters
Daylighting increases visibility for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists, addressing the danger posed at intersections where 36% of pedestrian fatalities occur in unincorporated areas. Local officials are adopting this policy to improve road safety.
Violators parking within 20 feet of a crosswalk face a $63 base fine, while parking within 15 feet of curb extensions is also prohibited. Unpaid tickets incur a $126 late fee and a $151 second penalty.
The players
Los Angeles City Council Transportation Committee
The local governing body responsible for overseeing transit policy, infrastructure safety, and municipal code enforcement.
Los Angeles Department of Transportation
The municipal agency managing traffic flow, public parking enforcement, and infrastructure design for safer city streets.
The details
The regulation, known as daylighting, prohibits parking near intersection approaches to clear sightlines for road users. In areas where curbs are not yet painted red, the Department of Transportation is currently issuing warnings to educate drivers on the new requirement. The department is also utilizing social media outreach to inform the public about the law's reach.
Timeline
January 1, 2025: AB 413 took effect across the state.
November 2025: Los Angeles County began implementing the state law.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026: The Transportation Committee approved the draft ordinance.
The Home Front
This ordinance aligns city enforcement with California's AB 413, which mandated updated parking distance requirements statewide. It reflects a growing trend of municipal action to reduce intersection-related traffic fatalities through infrastructure-focused safety regulations.
When parking in Los Angeles, ensure your vehicle is at least 20 feet away from any crosswalk to avoid potential fines. Check for red-painted curbs or warning notices from the Department of Transportation as you navigate local intersections.
The takeaway
Visibility at intersections is a critical factor in pedestrian safety, making the removal of parked vehicles from crosswalk approaches a high priority. Residents should double-check their distance from corners when parking to avoid the $63 base fine.
What happens next
The ordinance must go before the full Los Angeles City Council for final consideration.
Further reading
For more information on how municipal vehicle regulations affect residents, visit Car Types.
Source note: This article includes information reported by My News LA.
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