How many points will be deducted for driving at 132 km/h in a 120 km/h speed limit zone?
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Driving at 132 km/h in a 120 km/h speed limit zone constitutes speeding within 10% of the limit, which does not result in point deduction but warrants a verbal warning. According to traffic regulations, speeding within 10% of the limit incurs no fine but a warning. Speeding between 10% and 20% results in 3 points deducted and a fine. Speeding between 20% and 50% leads to 6 points deducted and a fine of 200 RMB. Speeding over 50% results in an immediate deduction of 12 points. Below are common traffic violations: 1. Running a red light: This is the most common violation. Since the new traffic regulations, running a red light results in an immediate deduction of 6 points. 2. Driving without a license: If a driver continues to drive while their license is suspended, they will be fined and detained for 15 days. Driving without a license or with a revoked license results in 15 days of detention and a fine. 3. Overloading or overcrowding: Passenger vehicles exceeding the rated capacity by less than 20% or freight vehicles exceeding the rated load by less than 30% will be fined. Exceeding these limits results in higher fines. 4. Drunk driving: Driving under the influence of alcohol results in a 3-month suspension of the driver's license and a fine. Driving a commercial vehicle under the influence results in the same penalties. 5. Excessive speeding: Driving over 50% of the speed limit results in a fine and revocation of the driver's license.
I had a similar experience on the highway before. The speed limit was 120 km/h, and I was driving at 132 km/h. Later, I learned that exceeding the speed limit by 10% but less than 20% is considered a minor offense. According to the new traffic regulations, this situation won’t result in demerit points, but you might have to pay a fine. The exact amount varies by region—mine was 200 RMB in Jiangsu. Honestly, speeding by 10% only saves a few minutes but significantly increases the risk of sudden braking. I recommend paying more attention to the dashboard than your phone while driving on the highway. Most cars nowadays have a speed warning sound—when you hear the beep, ease off the accelerator. Still, it’s best not to push it to 130 km/h; leaving some margin is safer.
