Absolutely, completely the opposite of reality. Well, since 1970 or so. Try your own car and post details here if I'm wrong.
All new automatics I've owned since about 1990 would not let me turn the key to the point of removal/wheel lock with the transmission in anything but neutral or park. So, yes, you could lock the wheel while in motion (neutral). If you keep it in drive, then it shouldn't turn. Again, these new cars with push-button starts are different. Not sure about the key function in them. Best thing - familiarize yourself with your vehicle. Find a parking lot and try different things.