How many points are deducted for an illegal U-turn?
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If making a U-turn from a straight lane, a fine will be imposed and 3 points will be deducted. If making a U-turn by running a red light, 6 points will be deducted. U-turn techniques: To make a U-turn using the right intersection, turn on the right turn signal, slow down and select an appropriate gear, observe the right traffic situation, turn right, proceed appropriately, then before turning left, turn on the left turn signal, observe the front and rear traffic situations, turn left, and complete a smooth one-time U-turn after confirming safety; to make a U-turn using the left intersection, turn on the left turn signal, slow down and shift to a lower gear, observe the left, front, and rear traffic situations, turn appropriately based on the intersection position, and complete a smooth one-time U-turn. U-turn precautions: Motor vehicles are not allowed to make U-turns at locations with no U-turn or no left turn signs or markings, as well as at railway crossings, crosswalks, bridges, sharp curves, steep slopes, tunnels, or sections prone to danger.
After driving for so many years, I've seen plenty of examples of people getting penalized for making illegal U-turns. Generally speaking, the penalty for an illegal U-turn depends on the situation: if you make a U-turn at a location without a 'No U-turn' sign but disrupt other vehicles, such as causing traffic congestion by turning recklessly, you might get 1 point deducted. However, if you force a U-turn where there's clearly a 'No U-turn' sign, that's an instant 3-point deduction. On top of that, there's a 200 yuan fine—definitely not worth it. I still remember when I was younger and in a hurry to get home, I made a quick U-turn and got fined—lost points and wasted time. Safe driving is the most important thing, so I recommend everyone pay more attention to road signs before driving.
