How many points will be deducted for driving straight in a left-turn lane?
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Driving straight in a left-turn lane will result in a deduction of two points. On a four-lane road with two left-turn lanes, driving straight from the second lane from the left is considered a violation, categorized as not following the designated lane. Violations of not following the designated lane include: 1. Driving straight by borrowing the left-turn lane; 2. Turning left by borrowing the straight lane; 3. Making a right turn arbitrarily from either the left-turn or straight lane. Purpose of directional lane markings: These are lane markings that guide the direction of travel. They are used to indicate the direction vehicles should follow when entering an intersection. Such markings are typically found at busy intersections to clarify driving directions, ensure orderly traffic flow, and alleviate traffic pressure.
Last time I accidentally took the wrong lane at an intersection, going straight from a left-turn lane and got caught by a traffic camera. Later, when I checked the violation record, I found this was categorized as 'failing to follow lane directions,' resulting in a 2-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine. This kind of violation is very common, especially among new drivers who might misread the ground arrows. My buddy had it worse—he made the same mistake twice at the same intersection and got 4 points deducted. Honestly, now when I drive up to an intersection, I start checking the lane signs 50 meters ahead. If an e-bike suddenly darts out from a crosswalk, the panic might make me choose the wrong lane. My advice is to develop the habit of changing lanes early—don’t wait until you’re at the solid line to scramble for a lane change.
