Does driving past the stop line when the light turns red count as running a red light?
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If the front of the vehicle crosses the stop line when the light turns red but does not move further, it is not considered a violation. Here are the relevant details about vehicles crossing the stop line when the light turns red: 1. When the light turns red, the entire vehicle crosses the stop line: If the entire vehicle crosses the stop line but does not continue moving, it is not considered running a red light. However, this situation is classified as crossing the stop line and stopping. According to Article 4, Clause 5 of the "Scoring Standards for Road Traffic Safety Violations," "failing to drive or stop as required at an intersection" results in a 2-point penalty. 2. When the light turns red, crossing the stop line and then reversing: Although this is not penalized as running a red light, motor vehicles are not allowed to reverse at railway crossings, intersections, one-way roads, bridges, sharp curves, steep slopes, or tunnels. If reversing is performed illegally, a warning or a fine ranging from 20 to 200 yuan may be imposed. If there is no danger, it is best to stop and remain stationary.