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California eases parking fines for homeless drivers as RV encampments persist

01.01.2026 21:00 1 min 1 source РУС
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California eases parking fines for homeless drivers as RV encampments persist
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A new California law allows homeless and indigent drivers to have parking tickets reduced or waived, with monthly payments capped at $25. The policy has drawn criticism in Los Angeles, where reduced enforcement since the pandemic led to a proliferation of long-term RV encampments. Residents report issues including blocked streets, illegal dumping, and property damage linked to the encampments.

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