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Can you get pulled over in a parking lot?
My dad wants to teach me how to drive before I get my driving permit, but I’m paranoid. If we’re driving in an empty parking lot, can’t I still get pulled over?
Olivia Rose · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
We totally understand the concern—let’s see if you need to be worried.
Generally, most states don’t consider private parking lots “public roads,” so you’re relatively safe from getting ticketed for a driving infraction. Learning to drive in an empty lot is commonplace and, honestly, not a huge cause for worry.
But don’t take that advice and run with it. While something innocent like learning to drive a car isn’t too worrisome, engaging in illegal activities (like drinking in your car while parked or spinning some donuts)—even in a private parking lot—could have law enforcement questioning you and issuing a ticket or citation.
Good luck with your driving! And once you get your driver’s permit, make sure to download the
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