How many points are deducted for parking in a no-parking zone?
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In the case of illegal parking, generally 3 points are deducted, along with a fine. Penalty rules: If the motor vehicle driver is not present or refuses to leave immediately even if present, obstructing the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians, a fine will be imposed; if there is a no-parking sign at the illegal parking location, 3 points may be deducted, otherwise no points will be deducted; the vehicle may be towed to a location that does not obstruct traffic or to a location designated by the traffic management department of the public security authority. Methods for querying illegal parking: Visit the office halls of the traffic branches and teams in various districts and counties of each city to inquire through query terminals. Or log in to the websites of the public security traffic management bureaus of each city. Or call the voice inquiry numbers of various districts and counties in each city. Or use the special service numbers released by various districts and counties in each city to send text messages for inquiries. Or install mobile apps such as Wheel Check for Traffic Violations on your phone to inquire about motor vehicle violation information.
I remember last month when I drove into the city for an errand and was in a hurry to find someone, I parked at an intersection where stopping was prohibited and got caught by surveillance. That time, I was penalized with 3 demerit points and a fine of 200 yuan, which felt quite unfair because I didn’t check the signs carefully. According to traffic regulations, parking in such areas results in demerit points, usually around 3, and fines can be even higher in key zones. While 3 points might not seem like much, accumulating them can affect your driver’s license, and parking on highways or fire lanes is even riskier. Now, I’ve developed a habit of checking for yellow lines or signs before parking and using navigation apps to remind me of no-parking zones. This not only saves money and points but also avoids causing trouble for others. With city traffic so congested, following the rules benefits everyone.
