Can I idle my car in California?


Can I idle my car in California? How long can I idle? Idling for more than 5 minutes is prohibited within California's borders (exceptions apply).


How long can a car stay parked without moving California?

After 72 hours, the vehicle may be cited and/or towed. This law is on the books to help reduce the number of abandoned vehicles left on the roadway and to give police agencies the authority to remove them.