The penalty for illegally parking in a spot reserved for the handicapped is between $500 and $1,000 or up to 30 days in jail.

Q: I currently have a disability placard that is cracked and broken. I keep the pieces in a plastic sleeve, like a puzzle. I still use it, as the number is visible. However, I would like to get a ...

It’s not as simple as it looks. In Texas, who can use a disabled placard and how, is governed by specific laws. Misusing one, even once, can lead to serious fines, towing, or community service — and ...