Can I go through if the light turns from green to red and I can't stop in time?
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If the vehicle has already passed halfway when the light turns from green to red, continuing to drive through is not considered running a red light, and no photo will be taken. The automatic camera at the intersection is triggered only when both the front and rear wheels of the vehicle cross the stop line after the red light is on. If only the front or rear wheel crosses the stop line when the red light is on, the camera will not take a photo. No yellow light judgment decision: 1. If the traffic light has a yellow light: It may be that you did not notice the flashing yellow light, or the yellow light is not very visible during the day, etc. In these cases, you cannot apply for reconsideration. Since it is not due to the absence of a yellow light, even if you apply for reconsideration, it will not be approved. 2. If the traffic light does not have a yellow light: It may be due to a malfunction where the yellow light is not working or is blocked by obstacles, making it impossible to see the signal. If you are penalized for running a red light, you can apply for reconsideration with the traffic police department. Generally, such cases will be reconsidered successfully. Moreover, if the traffic light is indeed faulty, the traffic police department is likely aware of the issue internally and may not impose a penalty.
I've driven all my life and seen too many cases where the light turns from green straight to red and you can't stop in time. The key is to judge your position at that moment: if you've already entered the intersection, with the front of your car past the stop line, by the rules you can continue carefully through—it doesn't count as running a red light, but keep your eyes wide open for cross traffic. If you haven't entered the intersection, forcing your way through carries huge risks, ranging from fines and points to causing accidents or even fatalities. Prevention is the best policy. I make a habit of slowing down early, anticipating signal changes, and maintaining at least a three-second distance from the car ahead. Develop good habits to avoid sudden problems—like regularly checking your brake system and not accelerating when the yellow light flashes. Safety first—it's far more important than saving time. In short, don't gamble by running a light; wait patiently for the next green.
