Does driving past the crosswalk at a red light count as running a red light?

[Eddie]

If the vehicle stops at the crosswalk without continuing to drive, it is not considered running a red light but rather overstepping the stop line. When the entire vehicle crosses the stop line, meaning both the front and rear wheels pass the stop line but do not cross the opposite stop line, it is referred to as overstepping the stop line. The act of running a red light is clearly defined in the "Road Traffic Safety Law." Article 26 states that traffic signals consist of red, green, and yellow lights. A red light indicates prohibition of passage, a green light permits passage, and a yellow light serves as a warning. A red light is a traffic signal that prohibits passage, and if a vehicle passes through an intersection during a red light, it constitutes the traffic violation of running a red light. Running a red light refers to the behavior where the vehicle is within the stop line, the forward direction is already a red light, but the vehicle continues to move forward, ultimately causing both the front and rear wheels to cross the stop line. This is determined by capturing three photos via electronic cameras: A photo of the vehicle crossing the intersection stop line, including the red light signal and license plate number. A photo of the vehicle completely passing the stop line, including the red light signal and license plate number. A photo showing the vehicle continuing to move, comparing whether the vehicle's position has changed, including the red light signal and license plate number. Capturing these three photos confirms the act of running a red light. Running a red light is not considered illegal under the following circumstances: Yielding to emergency vehicles: Yielding to special vehicles such as ambulances or fire trucks. If caught by surveillance cameras while yielding to such vehicles, manual review will not record the act of running a red light. Even if recorded, one can apply for reconsideration with the traffic police department. Extreme weather: When visibility is so low that even electronic police cannot clearly see the traffic lights. Photos of the violation may be blurred, and if one accidentally runs a red light, the traffic police will not impose penalties. Emergency situations: After delivering a patient in critical condition, one can present proof from the hospital or the person being assisted to the traffic police for verification. If confirmed, the violation record can be cleared. If possible, it is best to call an ambulance to avoid running a red light and causing traffic accidents. Traffic police direction: During peak hours, traffic police may temporarily direct traffic at important intersections. Drivers must follow the gestures of the traffic police.