Does Speeding at the Starting Point of Section Speed Measurement Count as a Violation?
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Speeding at the starting point of section speed measurement does not count as a violation. Below is a detailed introduction: Introduction to Section Speed Measurement: Section speed measurement involves setting up two adjacent monitoring points on the same road section. The principle is to calculate the average speed of a vehicle over that section by measuring the time it takes to pass between the two monitoring points, and then determining whether the vehicle has exceeded the speed limit based on the standard set for that section. Working Mechanism of Section Speed Measurement System: The section speed measurement system uses cameras installed at checkpoints to establish a monitoring and capture system. It monitors and captures vehicles passing through the checkpoint area in real-time to obtain information such as vehicle speed, traffic flow, license plate number, color, approximate physical dimensions, and driver characteristics. This information is then transmitted via a network to the public security traffic command center and traffic control sub-center databases for data storage, query, and comparison processing.
I've been driving for decades and often take highways, so I've given a lot of thought to average speed checks. Speeding at the starting point can also count as a violation because many average speed check systems have instant speed cameras installed at the starting point, such as radar or video capture devices. If you're speeding when entering the monitored zone, the camera can instantly record your speed and upload it to the traffic system. Traffic police will issue fines based on this data, and both points and fines are unavoidable. More importantly, safety comes first—speeding at the starting point can easily lead to loss of control and accidents, especially on rainy or foggy road sections. I learned this the hard way when I was younger, thinking only the average speed mattered, and ended up getting fined twice. So, I suggest everyone slow down early when they see an average speed check sign and develop good habits—don't gamble with your life. Nowadays, fines have risen to several hundred yuan, which is quite painful. In short, don’t take chances while driving; the rules are there to protect everyone.
