Can You Be Caught Running a Red Light When Following a Large Vehicle?

[MadelineRose]

Running a red light while following a large vehicle can be captured by traffic cameras. The photos taken of vehicles running red lights are typically from the rear. If the violation was caused by obstructed visibility due to a large vehicle, you can apply to the local vehicle management office or traffic management department of the public security authority to have the penalty revoked. The specific process may vary by location. Notification Timeline for Running a Red Light: If you check at the vehicle management office or traffic police station, results are usually available the next day. Online queries may take 3-7 days to show results. If waiting for an SMS notification, it generally arrives within 10 days. How to Check for Red Light Violations: Common methods include: Using the "Traffic Management 12123" app—log in with your ID, select the violation handling option, and check your vehicle's status for any violations. Visiting the service halls of local traffic police branches to use touch-screen query terminals. Accessing the public service websites of municipal public security traffic management bureaus—locate the vehicle violation query section, enter your license plate and engine numbers, and click to query.