Driving Indiana

It is illegal to back your car into a parking space.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

Various local municipalities and some state facilities in Indiana prohibit backing into parking spaces. This was originally enacted to ensure that police officers could easily read license plates, as Indiana only requires plates on the rear of the vehicle. If you reverse into a spot, you are hiding the only identifier on your car.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Indiana Code § 9-21-16-7

Where to look:

Indiana Motor Vehicle and Parking Code

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