How many points are deducted for driving or parking against regulations?

[McPeyton]

Parking against regulations does not result in point deductions but incurs a fine ranging from 20 to 200 yuan. Relevant information: 1. Legal basis: Article 63 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" stipulates that temporary parking of motor vehicles on the road shall comply with the following regulations: No parking is allowed in sections with no-parking signs or markings, sections with isolation facilities between motor vehicle lanes and non-motor vehicle lanes or sidewalks, crosswalks, or construction zones. 2. Other provisions: No parking is allowed at intersections, railway crossings, sharp curves, narrow roads less than 4 meters wide, bridges, steep slopes, tunnels, or within 50 meters of these locations. No parking is allowed in front of bus stops, emergency stations, gas stations, fire hydrants, or fire stations (or within 30 meters of these locations), except when using these facilities.

[LiamLee]

Last time I drove to pick up a friend and parked temporarily next to a fire lane, I got fined. Traffic regulations are now strictly enforced, and illegal parking really isn’t a minor issue with points deducted. For illegal parking on regular roads, traffic police usually impose a fine of 100-200 yuan without deducting points, as long as you don’t park in no-parking zones marked by signs. However, if you park illegally on the highway, that’s an immediate 9-point deduction! With only 12 points a year, you could lose them all in no time if you’re not careful. It’s advisable to check the road markings before parking—never park on solid yellow lines. Many places now have electronic surveillance, so don’t assume you can park illegally just because no one’s watching. Ultimately, parking by the rules saves both money and hassle.

[LaHector]

My neighbor learned a hard lesson last month due to illegal parking. In a rush to buy breakfast, he parked his car in the yellow grid zone at the hospital entrance and got caught on surveillance, resulting in a 1-point deduction and a 150-yuan fine. That was actually lenient—if he had parked on the highway emergency lane, it would have been a 9-point deduction, forcing him to retake the driving test. Illegal parking doesn’t just cost points; your car could also get towed, adding hundreds in towing fees. I always check parking locations in advance—navigation apps on my phone show nearby parking prices, making it super convenient. Never risk fines and points to save a few bucks on parking—it’s not worth it.

[BrookeFitz]

A few days ago, I witnessed traffic police issuing a ticket at the entrance of an elementary school. The parent parked on the crosswalk right at the school gate, directly obstructing traffic, and was penalized with 3 demerit points and a 200-yuan fine. The severity of penalties varies significantly across different road sections. For instance, temporary parking in non-restricted areas usually results in a fine without demerit points, whereas stopping for even a minute in no-parking zones might trigger a camera capture. Areas near school entrances, bus stops, and fire hydrants are under strict surveillance. It's always better to walk a bit further and park in a legitimate spot—many shopping malls now offer free parking for the first two hours. If no parking space is available, remember to turn on your hazard lights when parking roadside and stay in the car ready to move if necessary.