How many points are deducted for crossing solid lines to change lanes at traffic lights?
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Generally, crossing solid lines to change lanes at traffic light intersections results in a deduction of 3 points. Relevant information: 1. Legal basis: According to the "Traffic Regulations," crossing white solid lines to change lanes is uniformly penalized with a 3-point deduction and a fine. 2. Specific behaviors: Violating prohibited markings, which include yellow solid lines in the middle of the road indicating no crossing and yellow X markings indicating no parking—driving over these constitutes a violation of prohibited markings. Other violations include changing lanes over solid lines, making U-turns where prohibited, and turning left where left turns are forbidden. Both single and double yellow solid lines are prohibited markings; driving over or crossing these lines is illegal, as is failing to follow the guiding lane markings at intersections.
Running a red light and changing lanes by crossing solid lines is a violation. I understand that this typically results in a 3-point deduction under Chinese traffic rules, with fines commonly around 200 yuan. This is mainly because solid lines are designed to maintain order at intersections, and crossing them to change lanes can easily lead to accidents, such as rear-end collisions or erratic driving, endangering both oneself and others. From a safety perspective, intersections have heavy traffic, and solid lines serve as a reminder to stay in your lane—don’t risk it just to save time. Surveillance cameras are highly effective at catching such violations, and dealing with the penalty afterward wastes both time and effort. It’s better to pay attention to road signs in advance and change lanes early to develop good driving habits, which benefits everyone on the road.
I remember when I first started driving, I saw many people trying to take shortcuts by crossing solid lines at red lights, only to get penalized with 3 demerit points and fines—it's such a shame. Solid line rules are there to protect pedestrians and other vehicles. Ignoring them by crossing is like disregarding road signs, which can easily lead to scratches or traffic jams. Officially, it usually results in a 3-point deduction and a fine starting from 200 RMB, but standards may vary by region. For example, some cities enforce stricter checks. My advice is to wait patiently at red lights—don’t underestimate those few seconds. Safety and obeying the law are the real ways to peace of mind. Otherwise, getting caught on camera will leave you with regrets.
