How many points are deducted for turning straight?

[McRiley]

Turning straight will result in a deduction of 2 points and a fine. Below are the relevant details: 1. Different nature, different penalties: The severity of the penalty varies depending on the nature of the road. If you fail to drive in the designated lane (turning left from a straight lane) on highways or urban expressways, you will be penalized with 3 points deducted and a small fine. If you fail to drive in the designated lane (turning left from a straight lane) on roads other than highways or urban expressways, you will only receive a small fine without any points deducted. 2. Reason for violation: Turning left from a straight lane primarily violates Article 90 of China's 'Road Traffic Safety Law,' which states that motor vehicle drivers who violate road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding road passage rules will be given a warning or a small fine, and in general cases, 2 points will also be deducted.

[OJoel]

Driving, you know, I remember accidentally violating traffic rules once last year in the city. I went straight at an intersection where I should have turned, and the camera caught me red-handed. Later when I went to deal with it, the traffic police said I violated the traffic signal instructions, directly deducting 6 points and fining me 200 yuan. I really regretted it at the time, thinking it was a small matter but it actually had quite an impact. Now looking back, every time before driving, I remind myself: check the traffic lights clearly, don’t mistakenly go straight in the wrong lane. Spending an extra minute following the rules can save a lot of trouble. It’s especially important for beginners—driving license points are too precious, and retaking the theory test after losing points is such a hassle. Everyone should regularly check the rearview mirror inside the car and develop good habits—safety first and saving money too.

[AveryFitz]

I made a similar mistake the first time I drove after graduating from driving school—I went straight at an intersection when I should have turned. As a result, I was caught by an electronic police camera, deducted a full 6 points, and fined. This taught me a lesson: driving requires focus, no distractions. Actually, the new point-deduction rules emphasize safety first—not only do you lose points, but it could also lead to accidents. Thankfully, nothing happened, but afterward, I checked the traffic rules and found that running a red light or illegal lane changes usually result in a 6-point deduction, unlike drunk driving, which is a different level of offense. My advice: practice lane recognition more often and install a navigation app that alerts you to traffic light rules to avoid mistakes.

[DiHaven]

Traffic violations are quite common. Once, I went straight in a turn-only lane at an urban intersection and got caught red-handed. The penalty was confirmed as 6 demerit points and a fine starting from 200 yuan. This violation seems simple but carries a hefty cost—it affects insurance premiums, and accumulating points within the scoring cycle can be troublesome. Fortunately, no one was hurt, but it serves as a reminder to obey traffic signals. From a safety perspective, don’t take risks just to save time. Regular tire maintenance is also crucial to prevent unexpected loss of control.

[LaValerie]

I've been driving for years without a single demerit point, and my secret is simply following the rules. Regarding your question about illegal turns or going straight, as far as I know, it usually results in a 6-point deduction, and it's even stricter under the new traffic regulations. A friend of mine got fined for a similar maneuver, and dealing with it was time-consuming and troublesome. To avoid such situations, I make it a habit to leave a few minutes early to avoid rushing, and I always use my turn signals to alert others. Keeping a simplified traffic rule handbook in the car for occasional reference also helps, especially being extra cautious with traffic signals during night driving. The key is not to take chances—demerit points are minor compared to safety, which should always come first.