Can 6 points deducted for running a red light be cleared online?
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Running a red light resulting in a 6-point deduction can be cleared online, but certain conditions must be met; otherwise, it must be handled in person at the traffic police station. Conditions for reducing points through legal study: The violation must be recorded by traffic monitoring equipment. The fine for a single violation must not exceed 200 yuan. The total points from the pending violation and the driver's current accumulated points must not reach 12. Methods to avoid running a red light while driving: When arrow signals are present, follow the arrow light; otherwise, follow the circular light. When the red light is on, the front of the vehicle must not cross the stop line. When the yellow light is on, the front of the vehicle must not cross the stop line. When the green light just flashes, if you are close and moving fast, you should proceed, as braking might not stop you in time before the stop line. If you are far away, moving slowly, or the intersection is congested, you should stop. When driving in the city, develop the habit of looking for traffic lights whenever you see a crosswalk or stop line at an intersection.
I once had points deducted for running a red light, which carries a 6-point penalty in China. Traffic violations like this are typically handled through the Traffic Management 12123 APP or local traffic management websites, where fines can usually be paid online. However, points cannot be directly "removed" online—identity verification is required to prevent point-deduction proxies. When using the APP, the points are automatically recorded upon processing. Some cities even require in-person verification. I recommend drivers develop the habit of checking their APP records before driving, practicing safe driving and avoiding rushing through lights. Losing all 12 points means retaking the driving test, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Additionally, the platform offers a point-deduction query service to track cumulative penalties and plan ahead. In short, handle violations promptly to avoid late penalties.
