Does Stopping in the Middle of the Road at a Red Light Count as Running a Red Light?
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If you stop at the crosswalk and do not continue driving, it does not count as running a red light but rather as overstepping the stop 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 will result in a 2-point deduction. Running a red light is clearly defined in the 'Road Traffic Safety Law.' Article 26 states that traffic signals consist of red, green, and yellow lights. A red light indicates prohibition of passage, a green light permits passage, and a yellow light serves as a warning. A red light is a traffic signal prohibiting passage, and if a vehicle proceeds through the intersection during a red light, it constitutes the traffic violation of running a red light. Running a red light refers to the act where the vehicle, while within the stop line, continues to move forward despite the traffic signal being red, and both the front and rear wheels completely cross the stop line. This is determined by capturing three photos via electronic cameras: A photo of the vehicle crossing the intersection stop line, including the red light signal and license plate number. A photo of the vehicle fully crossing the stop line, including the red light signal and license plate number. A photo showing the vehicle continuing to move, comparing changes in the vehicle's position, including the red light signal and license plate number. Capturing these three photos confirms the act of running a red light. Running a red light is not considered a violation under the following circumstances: Yielding to emergency vehicles: Yielding to ambulances, fire trucks, or other special vehicles. If caught by surveillance cameras while yielding, manual review will not record the act as running a red light. Even if recorded, you can apply for reconsideration with the traffic police department. Extreme weather: When visibility is so low that even electronic police cannot clearly see the traffic lights. Photos of the violation may be blurry, and accidental running of a red light will not be penalized by traffic police. Emergency situations: If a citizen transports a patient in critical condition, they can provide proof from the hospital or the person assisted to the traffic police for verification. If confirmed, the violation record can be cleared. If possible, it is best to call an ambulance to avoid accidents caused by running a red light. Police directing traffic: During peak commuting hours, traffic police may temporarily direct traffic at important intersections. Drivers must follow the gestures of the traffic police.
