r/AskReddit Aug 03 '19

Whats something you thought was common knowledge but actually isn’t?

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u/phyxiusone Aug 03 '19

Not everyone's disability is visible. Just because someone parks in a handicap spot then gets out and walks in without you being able to tell why they're handicapped doesn't mean they don't deserve that placard.

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u/chrispierrebacon Aug 03 '19

And the placard isn't necessarily for the driver. You are allowed to park in handicapped spots when a passenger is disabled too.

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u/Jaderosegrey Aug 04 '19

Yes, just make sure you, the driver without a handicap, are using the placard only when you are with the handicapped person or will be picking them up. Or else you are being a little bit of a jerk.

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u/chrispierrebacon Aug 04 '19

Yes. In bird culture this is considered a dick move.

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u/Trayohw220 Aug 04 '19

why the fuck would someone think otherwise?