How many points are deducted for driving in the wrong direction?
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Driving in the wrong direction results in a deduction of 3 points. Driving in the wrong direction refers to turning into the opposite lane at an intersection or making a turn where there is a no-turn sign. According to regulations, motor vehicle drivers who commit any of the following violations will be penalized with a 3-point deduction: 1. Driving a passenger vehicle (excluding buses) or a school bus with passengers exceeding the approved capacity by less than 20%; 2. Driving a truck with cargo exceeding the approved load capacity by less than 30%; 3. Driving a medium-sized or larger passenger or cargo vehicle, or a hazardous materials transport vehicle on roads other than highways or urban expressways, or driving any other motor vehicle at a speed exceeding the limit by less than 20%; 4. Driving a motor vehicle on a highway at a speed lower than the minimum required speed; 5. Driving a motor vehicle prohibited from entering a highway onto a highway; 6. Driving a motor vehicle on a highway or urban expressway without following the designated lane; 7. Driving a motor vehicle through a crosswalk without slowing down, stopping, or yielding to pedestrians as required; 8. Driving a motor vehicle in violation of prohibition signs or markings.