New ‘Daylighting’ Law in California to Enhance Intersection Safety Starting Jan. 1

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Los Angeles  -A new law aimed at increasing intersection safety by improving visibility will take effect in Los Angeles and across California on January 1. Known as the “daylighting” law (AB 413), it prohibits parking within 20 feet of any marked or unmarked crosswalk.

This law applies statewide, regardless of whether the intersection has a red curb or no-parking signs. Its goal is to enhance driver visibility, making it easier to spot pedestrians, skateboarders, and other road users at intersections. By creating clearer sightlines, the law aims to reduce accidents and save lives.

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For the first 60 days, drivers who violate the law will receive warnings. Starting March 1, 2025, violators will face a $65 fine, along with a $12.50 state administrative fee, for a total of $77.50.

With the average vehicle in the U.S. measuring about 14 feet in length, the law mandates roughly one and a half car lengths of clearance at intersections. Research shows that better visibility at crosswalks can significantly reduce pedestrian-related accidents.

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Currently, 43 states have similar daylighting laws, most of which also prohibit parking within 20 feet of intersections.

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