Does a motor vehicle receive penalty points for violating a prohibition sign?
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Yes, penalty points are given. If you see a prohibition sign while driving and still enter the area inside the outer ring road, it is called violating the instructions of the prohibition sign, resulting in a deduction of 3 points. Introduction to prohibition signs: Prohibition signs are signs that prohibit or restrict the traffic behavior of vehicles and pedestrians. Their shape is usually circular, with some being octagonal or equilateral triangles with the vertex pointing downward. Their color is usually white background, red circle, red diagonal bar, and black pattern. Function of prohibition signs: The sign prohibiting motor vehicle entry is one of the no-entry signs, indicating that all types of motor vehicles are prohibited from entering. This sign is placed at the entrance of the road section where motor vehicle traffic is prohibited.
Violating prohibition signs by motor vehicles will definitely result in penalty points. As far as I remember, China's traffic regulations clearly stipulate that signs with a red circle and a diagonal line, such as no parking, no left turn, or no entry, will incur at least 1 penalty point if violated, along with a fine ranging from 100 to 200 yuan if caught by cameras or traffic police. These penalty points are not just recorded; accumulating more than 12 points will require retaking the theoretical driving test (Subject 1), which is a huge hassle. From my over ten years of driving experience, the key is to stay sharp-eyed while driving—don’t just focus on road conditions and ignore the signs. Especially in cities, many intersections have temporary prohibitions that are easy to miss. Safety comes first—these signs are placed there to prevent accidents, such as collisions caused by forcing a left turn. I recommend keeping a navigation app handy for alerts and brushing up on traffic rules to prevent violations rather than dealing with the consequences later.
I once got caught making a U-turn where it was prohibited. I didn't even notice that small sign at the time, and ended up with a ticket—1 point deducted and a 150-yuan fine. It was so frustrating. Now when I drive, I pay extra attention to those prohibition signs, most of which are red circles with a slash. Violating them will definitely result in point deductions, and the fines vary but are unavoidable. The points deducted may seem minor, but they add up quickly—if you accumulate 12 points in a year, you'll have to retake the test, wasting both time and money. Stay sharp while driving and don’t get distracted like I did. A friend suggested using navigation apps more often, as they alert you to no-go zones, which can save a lot of trouble. Regularly reviewing traffic rules also helps prevent violations—after all, safety is your own responsibility, and it’s too late for regrets once something happens.
