How many points are deducted for driving the wrong way on a one-way street?
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Driving the wrong way on a one-way street results in a deduction of 3 points, according to the regulations for the issuance and use of motor vehicle driving licenses: 1. Driving a motor vehicle without following overtaking or yielding rules, or driving in the wrong direction, results in a 3-point deduction; 2. Reversing, driving in the wrong direction, or crossing the central divider on a highway results in a 12-point deduction. A one-way street is a road that allows vehicles to travel in only one direction, indicated by signs such as left one-way, right one-way, and straight one-way. If you accidentally enter a one-way street and the camera does not capture it, you can safely reverse out if it is safe to do so. However, if your vehicle has already reached near the exit and is captured by surveillance cameras, there is no remedy.
I remember last time I accidentally drove the wrong way down a one-way street and ended up with 3 demerit points and a 200-yuan fine. I really regret not paying closer attention to the signs. I've been driving for many years and know that one-way street entrances usually have arrow indicators, but it's easy to get confused if you're not careful. The key is that this behavior is extremely dangerous - if a car comes from the opposite direction, there's no way to avoid it, and an accident could lead to tragedy. The worst thing about driving is being impatient. I've developed the habit of slowing down at every intersection to glance at the signs, and keeping navigation apps on for reminders. Deducting points is for our own good - once you reach 12 points, you have to retake the course, which is time-consuming and costly. Safe driving isn't about speed; rules need to be kept in mind. Now every time I see a ticket, it reminds me to slow down.
