Does Stopping After Crossing the Stop Line at a Red Light Count as Running a Red Light?

[JesseFitz]

If you stop at the crosswalk without continuing to drive, it is not considered running a red light but rather stopping beyond the line. According to Article 4, Section 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 deduction. Running a red light refers to the act where the vehicle's direction is already red when it is within the stop line, but the vehicle continues to move forward, and both the front and rear wheels ultimately cross the stop line. If the red light violation is captured electronically, three photos are required: The vehicle is within the stop line, and the traffic direction is red. The vehicle continues to move forward under the red light, with both front and rear wheels crossing the stop line. The vehicle proceeds to the intersection, indicating whether it forcibly passed through under the red light. On October 8, 2012, the Ministry of Public Security revised and issued the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses,' increasing the penalty for violating traffic signal lights and other violations from 3 points to 6 points. Running a yellow light will be treated as running a red light, also resulting in a 6-point deduction and a fine. Failing to yield to a 120 emergency vehicle will result in a 3-point deduction. Intentionally following a 120 emergency vehicle through a red light will result in a 6-point deduction and a fine. Running a red light is not considered illegal under the following circumstances: Yielding to special vehicles: Yielding to ambulances, fire trucks, and other special vehicles. If captured by surveillance cameras while yielding to special vehicles, the red light violation will not be recorded during manual review. Even if recorded, you can apply for reconsideration with the traffic police department. Extreme weather: When visibility is very low, and even electronic police cannot clearly see the traffic lights. The photos capturing the violation may be blurry, and if you accidentally run a red light, the traffic police will not impose penalties. Emergency situations: After delivering a critically ill patient, citizens can provide proof from the hospital or the person being rescued to the traffic police for verification. If confirmed, the violation record will be cleared. If possible, it is best to call an ambulance to avoid running a red light and causing traffic accidents. Traffic police command: During peak commuting hours, traffic police may temporarily direct traffic at important intersections. Drivers must follow the gestures of the traffic police.