Crime & Public Safety

New California ‘Daylighting’ Law Targets Drivers Who Park Near Intersections

The goal is to make roads safer by boosting visibility. San Francisco and Alameda implemented the policy in 2019 and say they have seen improvement.
New California ‘Daylighting’ Law Targets Drivers Who Park Near Intersections
An intersection is seen in Huntington Beach, Calif., on Nov. 12, 2020. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times
Jill McLaughlin
|Updated:

A new California law targeting drivers who stop or park near an intersection aims to reduce traffic crashes and make roads safer.

Most drivers caught violating the new law will get warnings this year, but citations will start to be issued beginning Jan. 1, 2025.

Jill McLaughlin
Jill McLaughlin
Author
Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.
Related Topics