Pennsylvania § 3701 - Unattended motor vehicle.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3701 — Unattended motor vehicle., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3701. Unattended motor vehicle.
(a) General rule.--No person driving or in charge of a motor vehicle shall permit the vehicle to stand unattended without placing the gear shift lever in a position which under the circumstances impedes the movement of the vehicle, stopping the engine, locking the ignition in vehicles so equipped, removing the key from the ignition and, when standing upon any grade, turning the front wheels to the curb or side of the highway and effectively setting the brake.
(b) Penalty.--Any person violating this section is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $5.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 3701
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3701 cover?
Section 3701 ("Unattended motor vehicle.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 3701?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 3701 apply to my situation?
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