Does exceeding the speed limit at the starting point of a section count as speeding if the average speed over the entire section is within the limit?
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Exceeding the speed limit at the starting point of a section but maintaining an average speed within the limit over the entire section still counts as speeding. Below are some common traffic violations and their related penalties: 1. Running a red light: This is one of the most common violations. Under the new traffic regulations, running a red light results in a 6-point deduction. 2. Driving without a license: If a driver continues to operate a vehicle while their license is suspended, they will face a fine and up to 15 days of detention. Driving without a license or with a revoked license results in 15 days of detention and a fine. 3. Overloading or overcapacity: For passenger vehicles exceeding the rated capacity by less than 20% or freight vehicles exceeding the rated load by less than 30%, a fine will be imposed. Exceeding these limits results in higher fines. 4. Drunk driving: Driving under the influence of alcohol leads to a 3-month suspension of the driver's license and a fine. Driving a commercial vehicle under the influence results in the same penalties. 5. Speeding: Exceeding the speed limit by more than 50% results in a fine and the revocation of the driver's license.
I've been driving for over a decade and encountered similar situations. Section speed control calculates your average speed between start and end point cameras. If you momentarily exceeded the limit at the beginning but maintained legal average speed overall, you won't be fined. I experienced this last year on a highway section - exceeded by 20km/h at the start but averaged exactly at the speed limit, and no ticket arrived. However, don't rely on this - safety first! While initial speeding might avoid fines, it increases accident risks, especially in rain or fog. My advice: watch for section speed signs, use cruise control to maintain steady speed - it saves fuel, reduces stress, and prevents unnecessary tension.
