How many points will be deducted for not using lights properly in case of a road breakdown?
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In case of a road breakdown, not using lights properly will result in a deduction of 3 points and a fine. According to Article 90 of the Road Traffic Safety Law, motor vehicle drivers who violate road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding road passage shall be given a warning or fined. If there are other provisions in this law, penalties shall be imposed in accordance with those provisions. According to legal provisions, if a motor vehicle breaks down or is involved in a traffic accident on the road, obstructing traffic and making it difficult to move, the driver must turn on the hazard warning flashers and place a warning sign 50 to 100 meters behind the vehicle. At night, the clearance lights and rear position lights should also be turned on simultaneously. For motor vehicles overtaking without using lights properly, a fine and 1 point deduction will be imposed; for motor vehicles meeting at night without using lights properly, a fine and 1 point deduction will be imposed; for motor vehicles passing through signal-controlled intersections without using lights properly, a fine and 1 point deduction will be imposed; for motor vehicles changing lanes without using lights properly, a fine and 1 point deduction will be imposed.
Last time my car suddenly stalled on the highway, and I didn’t turn on the hazard lights in time. The traffic police warned me that I would be penalized with 1 demerit point. After checking the 'Road Traffic Safety Law,' I learned that if a vehicle breaks down and stops on the roadside without using the lights as required—such as failing to turn on the hazard lights—it results in a 1-point penalty. Although the deduction is minor, accumulating points can lead to the risk of license suspension and possibly a fine of several hundred yuan. The rule is designed to prevent secondary accidents—without lights, other drivers can’t see your parked car, which is especially dangerous in foggy conditions or at night. It’s recommended that drivers develop the habit of turning on hazard lights immediately when stopping and placing a warning triangle 150 meters away. Regularly checking the lighting system is also crucial to avoid malfunctions when needed. Safe driving is no small matter; point deductions are just reminders not to overlook details—protecting lives is what matters most.
