ThinkabaraNo Parking sign
Regulatory signs · MUTCD R8-3
What it means
You may not park here.
How to recognize it
White square with a P and a red circle and slash.
What drivers do
Do not leave your vehicle here. Plaques under the sign may show times or days.
For kids walking and biking
Parked cars can hide children — no-parking zones help drivers see people crossing.
Check yourself
What does the letter P with a red slash mean?
Learning summary, not legal advice. Traffic laws vary by state — check your state driver's handbook. Drawing: our own illustration of the standard MUTCD design.
Frequently asked questions
What does the No Parking sign mean?
You may not park here.
What should a driver do at a No Parking sign?
Do not leave your vehicle here. Plaques under the sign may show times or days.
What does the No Parking sign look like?
White square with a P and a red circle and slash. It is a regulatory sign (white, red or black). MUTCD code R8-3.