When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
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Your front wheels must be turned toward the street.
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Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
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One of your rear wheels should be touching the curb.
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Explanation
Parallel parking is a driving technique which allows drivers to park parallel to the road in line with other parked vehicles. When you park parallel to the curb on a level street, your vehicle should be no further than 18 inches from the curb.
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