Can you drive over the highway channelization line?
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Normally, you cannot drive over the highway channelization line. If caught by electronic surveillance, the driver will be penalized with a 3-point deduction and a fine. Forms and functions of highway channelization lines: Highway channelization lines mainly consist of one or several white V-shaped lines or diagonal stripe areas set according to the terrain of the intersection. The marking forms primarily include single solid lines, V-shaped lines, and diagonal zebra crossings. The slope of the marking is 2:1, with a width of 600mm, and the spacing between two markings is 1-3m. They are mainly used for intersections that are too wide, irregular, or have complex driving conditions, as well as ramp entrances of interchanges or other special locations. The purpose of setting up highway channelization lines is to ensure that every vehicle can 'stay in its lane,' thereby regulating, guiding, and warning traffic to reduce accidents. Driving rules for highway channelization lines: Highway channelization lines are a type of prohibited marking. Vehicles must follow the prescribed route and are not allowed to drive over or cross the lines. They are also not permitted to make U-turns or park arbitrarily within the channelization line area. Once detected, the driver may be fined and penalized with 3 points. Illegal parking on highway channelization lines is no longer penalized as 'violating prohibited marking instructions' with a fine and 3-point deduction but as 'encroaching on the emergency lane' with a fine and 6-point deduction.