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How many points and fines for parking on blind sidewalks?

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AveryFitz
07/30/25 2:02am

China's laws and regulations do not directly specify how many points will be deducted by traffic police for occupying blind sidewalks, but parking on blind sidewalks will result in a fine of 200 yuan. Relevant information: 1. Relevant regulations: Motor vehicles should be parked in designated areas. Parking motor vehicles on sidewalks is prohibited, and temporary parking on roads must not obstruct the passage of other vehicles and pedestrians. This regulation is one of the concrete manifestations of safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of the public in public transportation. 2. Legal basis: Article 56 of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China stipulates that motor vehicles should be parked in designated areas. Parking motor vehicles on sidewalks is prohibited, and temporary parking on roads must not obstruct the passage of other vehicles and pedestrians.

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Martha
08/15/25 7:59am

Last time when chatting with a friend, he mentioned that he accidentally parked on a blind sidewalk and got a ticket from the traffic police—fined 200 yuan and deducted 3 points. My heart skipped a beat—this is no small matter! Blind sidewalks are specifically designed for the visually impaired, and blocking them makes walking extremely dangerous; children or elderly people could easily trip. When parking, always keep your eyes peeled and look for official parking spots or use parking apps to help locate one. Developing good habits not only saves money but also avoids having your driving points deducted, which could lead to higher insurance premiums. Always pay attention to road signs—don’t risk big trouble just to save a few steps. Safety first is always the right call.

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SanRuth
10/21/25 3:54am

As an ordinary car owner, I often remind myself to avoid parking on tactile paving for the visually impaired when stopping. If caught violating this rule, the usual penalty is a 200-yuan fine plus 3 demerit points. Why is it so strict? Because tactile paving serves as the 'eyes' for the blind—occupying it makes others' lives more difficult. I remember making this mistake when I first started driving and almost got fined. I recommend circling the block once more to confirm your parking spot and using mobile navigation to check no-parking zones before stopping. Don’t underestimate this issue—accumulating demerit points could affect your driving eligibility later. Spending extra time to find a legal parking spot is absolutely worthwhile, protecting both yourself and showing respect for others.

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VonEloise
12/04/25 4:22am

Parking on blind paths may seem convenient, but the actual consequences are severe. A fine of 200 yuan and 3 penalty points is a common punishment, simply because blind paths are lifelines protecting vulnerable groups, and occupying them undermines social fairness. I've witnessed arguments between pedestrians over this—it's really not worth the risk. Stay focused when parking, and choose designated spots in shopping areas or marked roadside spaces. If you violate the rules and get recorded, it might even affect your car insurance discounts. Just develop good habits, and you'll be fine.

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