How many points are deducted for crossing solid lines and changing lanes on the highway?
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Crossing solid lines and changing lanes on the highway results in a deduction of 3 points and a fine of 200 yuan. During the operation of a motor vehicle, actions such as crossing lines, straddling lines, or crossing single or double solid yellow lines, parking in no-parking zones either temporarily or for an extended period, making U-turns in no-U-turn zones, or making left turns at intersections where left turns are prohibited, all constitute violations of prohibited traffic markings. If a motor vehicle driver commits any of the following violations, they will be penalized with a deduction of 3 points: 1. Driving a motor vehicle on the highway below the prescribed minimum speed limit; 2. Driving a motor vehicle prohibited from entering the highway onto the highway; 3. Driving a motor vehicle on the highway or urban expressway without following the designated lane; 4. Failing to slow down, stop, or yield to pedestrians at crosswalks while driving a motor vehicle; 5. Driving a motor vehicle in violation of prohibitory signs or markings.
After driving for so many years, I've seen plenty of cases of crossing solid lines to change lanes on highways, especially in congested areas where everyone gets impatient to switch lanes. Last winter on the Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway, I was in a hurry and crossed a solid line to change lanes once—what happened? I got caught by the surveillance camera immediately, lost 3 points, and was fined 200 yuan. The solid lines on highways aren’t meant to be crossed casually because lane divisions are there to prevent chaos and accidents. Imagine driving at such high speeds—a sudden lane change could easily cause a rear-end collision. I’ve personally witnessed minor accidents like that. So, I advise everyone to strictly follow the lane markings and assess the road conditions hundreds of meters ahead. Developing good habits not only avoids penalties but also ensures safety. Nowadays, navigation devices are smart enough to give early warnings about lane changes—make full use of them to minimize mistakes.
