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While it might not be illegal in some places to lock a running vehicle, you may find that having a car running with keys in the ignition and no driver to care for the vehicle would invalidate your insurance as the vehicle was NOT secured. By not having insurance, the law is broken anyway.
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Is it illegal in Oklahoma to leave an empty car running in a parking lot?
No.
Is it illegal to leave car running unattended in Washington state?
yes it is
Is it illegal to have your car running while sitting and waiting for someone in a parking lot?
It is not illegal to leave your car running while waiting for someone in a parking lot as long as someone (a licensed driver) is in the car.
Is it illegal to have your car running while running into the store?
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Is it illegal to leave your kids in the car while running in a gas station?
Yes, it is illegal and unsafe to leave your children unattended in a car, especially with the engine running. It presents a risk for potential accidents or harm to the children, as well as the possibility of the car being stolen. It's always best to take your children with you when you exit the vehicle.
Is it illegal to leave dogs in the car in Nevada?
yes
Is it illegal to reposses a vehicle outside the stste?
No it's not illegal to repossess a car outside the state. It is illegal to leave the state with the car that you have defaulted on the loan.
Is it illegal to stand outside your running car with your kids inside it?
It is risky for you to stand outside your running car with your kids inside it.
Is it legal to ride on a car's running board in California?
No. it is illegal
Is it illegal to purchase a car and leave the dealership with no insurance?
It depends on the location but it is almost always illegal to drive the car away without insurance.
Is it illegal to leave your car running in your driveway unintended?
In Texas it is and would believe that it is illegal in other states as well. Tickets are usually not written for doing this but if your car is stolen then it keeps the police from being responsible for the theft. Also, if by chance the vehicle slips out of gear it puts liability on the owner.
Is it illegal to warm up your car in certain states?
Yes Colorado is one that I know of for certain
