Are speed cameras used on roads with a 20 km/h speed limit?
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In general, speed cameras are not used on roads with a 20 km/h speed limit, but exceptions may apply. Driving a motor vehicle in violation of speed limits may result in a warning from the traffic police under the following three circumstances: 1. Speed limit below 60 km/h: Driving a motor vehicle at a speed exceeding the limit by less than 50%, such as exceeding the speed limit by less than 50% on roads with a speed limit below 60 km/h; 2. Driving medium-sized or larger vehicles: Such as trucks, school buses, or hazardous material transport vehicles, exceeding the speed limit by less than 10% on roads other than highways or urban expressways; 3. Driving on highways: Driving at a speed less than 20% below the posted limit. For violations where the speed exceeds the limit by less than 50% on roads with a 30 km/h speed limit, the traffic police will only issue a warning without fines or penalty points. However, exceeding the speed limit by more than 50% will result in fines and penalty points.
I drive quite often and have encountered speed checks on roads with a 20 km/h speed limit, especially near schools or residential areas where police and cameras are always on standby. Once, I was in a hurry and got caught speeding slightly, resulting in a fine of several hundred yuan. Now, I’ve learned my lesson and always drive slowly. Safety-wise, the 20 km/h limit is set because these areas have high pedestrian traffic and accident rates, and speed checks remind everyone not to be careless. I recommend regularly checking your car’s braking system and replacing worn tires promptly to ensure quick reactions in emergencies, which can help avoid a lot of trouble. I’m sharing this to encourage everyone to develop good habits—don’t speed in residential areas. Safe driving saves both peace of mind and money.
