Does running through an intersection when the light turns red halfway through count as running a red light?

[JosephFitz]

Running through an intersection when the light turns red halfway through does not count as running a red light, but rather as running a yellow light. Here are the relevant details: 1. Regulations: Article 38, Chapter 4 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" states that a yellow light serves as a warning. When encountering an intersection, motor vehicles should slow down and proceed. If the vehicle has already crossed the stop line when the yellow light comes on, it may continue through. If it has not yet crossed the stop line, it should slow down and stop. Running a yellow light is considered a violation of traffic signal rules, resulting in a fine and 6 demerit points for the driver. 2. Intersections without non-motorized vehicle signals: At intersections without traffic signals for non-motorized vehicles or pedestrian crossings, non-motorized vehicles and pedestrians should follow the motor vehicle traffic signals. When the red light is on, right-turning vehicles may proceed if they do not obstruct the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians.