How many points are deducted for crossing the line at a traffic light?
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Changing lanes by crossing a solid line at a traffic light results in a deduction of 3 points. At traffic signal intersections, lane changes and crossing lines can easily cause minor traffic accidents. If caught by "electronic police," a fine will be imposed along with a deduction of 3 points. Vehicles crossing the solid yellow line and driving in the opposite direction will also be fined and receive a 3-point deduction. Vehicles not driving in the designated lane, such as choosing to go straight from a left-turn lane, will be fined and receive a 2-point deduction. Violating prohibitive markings refers to actions such as crossing solid lines to change lanes, making U-turns where not allowed, or turning where prohibited, all of which are considered violations of prohibitive markings. In emergencies, immediately call the police to have traffic officers direct traffic on-site. If a vehicle breaks down and crosses the line, the hazard warning lights must be turned on, and the traffic police should be notified as soon as possible to prevent traffic congestion. If a traffic accident is caused by changing lanes over a solid line before a traffic light, the driver will be held responsible for the accident.
I remember once accidentally crossing the stop line while waiting at a red light, and the camera caught me - instantly 6 points gone. As someone who's been driving for over a decade, I must remind everyone that crossing the stop line at a red light actually counts as part of running a red light, and the penalties are extremely strict. Not only do you lose 6 points from your license, but you'll also be fined 200 to 500 RMB. The key issue is that such behavior is extremely dangerous - slamming brakes while crossing the line might cause rear-end collisions, and getting hit from behind is no minor matter. That's why I always check traffic signal changes in advance and maintain sufficient following distance before driving. After making this a habit, I rarely have issues. Losing too many license points means having to retake the theoretical exam - what a hassle. Paying more attention to traffic rules is the only way to protect both yourself and others.
