How many points will be deducted for crossing the white solid line at a traffic light intersection?
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Crossing the white solid line in a car is illegal. The white solid line is also considered a violation of prohibited marking instructions, and crossing a single white solid line will result in penalties and point deductions. Below are three common reasons for crossing white solid lines that generally do not incur fines or point deductions: 1. Accidents or vehicle breakdowns ahead: If the vehicle in front is parked for a long time, blocking traffic, the car may cross the solid line to change lanes and pass safely. If penalized, you can apply to the traffic police department to have the penalty revoked. 2. Under traffic police direction: During traffic congestion, if directed by traffic police to cross the solid line, electronic surveillance may still capture the act as it cannot assess the situation. You can apply to have the penalty revoked. 3. Yielding to emergency vehicles: If yielding to special-purpose vehicles such as ambulances or fire trucks behind you results in crossing the white line, you can request footage from the traffic police department to confirm the reason for the violation and have the penalty revoked.
Running over solid lines at traffic lights is usually caught by electronic surveillance cameras, resulting in a 3-point deduction. Having driven for nearly twenty years myself, I've seen several friends fall victim to this—it's really not worth it. That moment of crossing the solid line might seem minor, but it's actually quite dangerous, easily leading to rear-end collisions or side scrapes, especially at busy intersections with heavy traffic. One day, while teaching my neighbor to drive, I reminded him to choose the correct lane at least 100 meters in advance and avoid last-minute lane changes for speed. It's also important to develop the habit of checking road markings to gradually build driving awareness. Safety comes first—losing points is a small matter, but causing an accident is serious trouble. Oh, and regularly checking brakes and wheels can help us stop more precisely—don’t skimp on maintenance costs. In short, stay focused, follow the rules, and as experienced drivers, we should set a good example.
