Can I go straight after turning right if I find the road blocked?
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Generally not allowed. Here are the details: When encountering road issues, you should wait for the green light signal at your current position. If there are surveillance cameras at the intersection, running the red light will definitely be recorded. However, due to road maintenance, some drivers might still proceed. In most cases, they won't be penalized as it's not intentional red-light running. Speed is crucial in such situations - passing at high speed may cause accidents and result in penalties. Legal basis: Article 44 of the Road Traffic Safety Law: Motor vehicles passing through intersections shall proceed according to traffic signals, signs, markings, or traffic police directions. When passing through intersections without these controls, drivers must slow down and yield to pedestrians and vehicles with right of way.
I firmly believe that when encountering a road closure after making a right turn, you should never proceed straight ahead. Since I started driving over a decade ago, I've always adhered to this principle. Road closures usually indicate construction work or sudden accidents, and forcing your way through not only risks getting a ticket but also colliding with obstacles, leading to serious accidents. Especially at night when visibility is poor, I immediately slow down and stop in such situations, first checking for detour signs or warning lights nearby. If there are none, I use my phone's navigation to replan the route—taking a longer detour is always better than taking risks. Some experienced driver friends often say that proceeding straight based on experience saves time, but it's too dangerous. I once nearly drove into a ditch, which was a profound lesson. Regularly updating map apps can provide early warnings about road closures—safety should always come first.
