Battery is most likely dead.
i was told its because they are for when you are parked only, and if you drive with them on someone could mistake that you're parked and hit you.
Parking Lights
yes, the only time neon lights are illegal is if you are operating the vehicle
A car parked alongside a highway at night should have their parking lights on.
True
If you leave the indicators on when the ignition is off the sidelights or parking lights will be turned on. Just an alternative to leaving all the parking lights on in order to save battery use. Eg if you are parked in a poorly lit area for a while.
yes
The Park lights or your hazards
turn on flashing lights
turn on flashing lights (caution)
Try turning them off. This is done with the dimmer control of the dash lights.
That is the Parking Apron.