Are you considered parked by law if driver is still in car and engine running?
According to most traffic laws, a vehicle is considered parked if it is standing or stopped on a public roadway, with no intent to move in the immediate future. Whether a vehicle is parked with the engine running or not is not typically a factor that determines whether it is legally parked. However, there may be specific local ordinances or regulations that address this issue. For example, some jurisdictions may consider a vehicle to be parked if it is standing or stopped on a public roadway with the engine running, regardless of whether the driver is in the vehicle. It is always important to check the local traffic laws and regulations in the jurisdiction where you are driving to ensure that you are in compliance.