Unincorporated Jefferson County relies primarily on Alabama state parking law (Ala. Code §32-5A-136/137) for street parking regulation. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office enforces traffic and parking violations on county roads.
Street parking in Jefferson County is regulated by local ordinance. Alabama Code §32-5A-136 et seq. governs stopping, standing, and parking on state-maintained roads. Common local rules include: no parking within 15 ft of fire hydrants, no blocking intersections, time limits in commercial districts, and overnight parking restrictions in some neighborhoods. Abandoned and inoperable vehicles may be towed after notice. Residential permit parking zones exist in some Alabama cities near universities and commercial districts.
Parking ticket: $25 to $75. Fire hydrant: $100+. Towing fees: $150 to $300 plus storage.
Jefferson County, AL
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Jefferson County, AL
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Jefferson County, AL
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Jefferson County, AL
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Jefferson County, AL
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Jefferson County, AL
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