Does Stopping on the Crosswalk Count as Running a Red Light?

[LaAugust]

Stopping on the crosswalk does not count as running a red light. According to the new regulations on running red lights: a vehicle is only considered to have run a red light if it drives past the stop line, enters the intersection, and continues through the intersection. Running a red light is determined by capturing three photos via electronic cameras: a photo of the vehicle crossing the stop line at the intersection, including the red light and license plate number; a photo of the vehicle completely passing the stop line; and a photo of the vehicle continuing to move. Essentially, by comparing photos showing changes in the vehicle's position, if these three photos are captured, it can be determined as running a red light. Article 51 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": When passing through an intersection controlled by traffic signals, motor vehicles shall comply with the following rules: When encountering a stop signal, vehicles shall stop in sequence behind the stop line. If there is no stop line, they shall stop before the intersection. Article 38 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": Vehicles and pedestrians shall follow traffic signals. When traffic police are directing traffic on-site, they shall follow the instructions of the traffic police; on roads without traffic signals, they shall proceed under the principle of ensuring safety and smooth traffic. Article 38 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": Motor vehicle and non-motor vehicle traffic signals indicate: When the green light is on, vehicles are permitted to proceed, but turning vehicles must not obstruct the passage of straight-moving vehicles or pedestrians. When the yellow light is on, vehicles that have already crossed the stop line may continue to proceed. When the red light is on, vehicles are prohibited from proceeding. When the red light is on, right-turning vehicles may proceed if they do not obstruct the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians. Running a red light is not considered illegal under the following circumstances: Yielding to emergency vehicles: Yielding to ambulances, fire trucks, or other emergency vehicles. If a violation is captured by surveillance cameras while yielding to emergency vehicles, manual review will not record the act of running a red light. Even if recorded, you can apply for reconsideration at 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 if you accidentally run a red light, traffic police will not impose penalties. Emergency situations: If a citizen transports a critically ill patient, they can provide hospital documentation or proof from 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. Traffic police direction: During peak commuting hours, traffic police may temporarily direct traffic at important intersections. Drivers must follow the hand signals of the traffic police.