Cal. VEH § 23333
This is the official text of Cal. VEH § 23333, part of California’s Vehicle Code — governs traffic laws, driver's licenses, and vehicle registration.
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Official statutory text
No vehicle shall stop, stand, or be parked in or upon any vehicular crossing except:
(a) When necessary to avoid injury or damage to persons or property.
(b) When necessary for the repair, maintenance or operation of a publicly owned toll bridge.
(c) In compliance with the direction of a member of the California Highway Patrol or an employee of the Department of Transportation who is a peace officer or with the direction of a sign or signal.
(d) In such places as may be designated by the Director of Transportation.
(a) When necessary to avoid injury or damage to persons or property.
(b) When necessary for the repair, maintenance or operation of a publicly owned toll bridge.
(c) In compliance with the direction of a member of the California Highway Patrol or an employee of the Department of Transportation who is a peace officer or with the direction of a sign or signal.
(d) In such places as may be designated by the Director of Transportation.
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