How many points will be deducted for parking in a no-parking zone?
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Vehicles parked illegally in no-parking zones will be penalized with a deduction of 3 points and a fine. Below is relevant information about no-parking zones: Grace period in no-parking zones: Generally, there is no grace period in no-parking zones, and whether parking is considered illegal depends more on the judgment of traffic police. In areas with high temporary parking demand, such as near schools, hospitals, or shops, there may be policies allowing parking within specified time limits. Otherwise, in other no-parking zones, even stopping for one second constitutes illegal parking. Meaning of no-parking signs: In no-parking zones, no-parking signs are usually placed at the entrances and exits of the road. There are two types of no-parking signs: one with a red diagonal line and another with a red cross. The red diagonal line indicates that vehicles cannot park for extended periods, meaning you can stop but should not turn off the engine or leave the vehicle. If approached by traffic police, you should follow their instructions to leave. The red cross means vehicles cannot park, either temporarily or for extended periods, and even stopping for one second is considered illegal parking.
Parking in areas with no-parking signs will usually be caught by traffic police or cameras, resulting in a deduction of 3 driving points and a fine of around 200 RMB, as stipulated by traffic laws. The reason for the penalty is simple: no-parking zones mean no stopping, whether it's a busy intersection or an emergency lane. Parking there can obstruct other vehicles and even block ambulances or fire trucks, which is very dangerous. With over ten years of driving experience, I've seen many beginners carelessly park in the wrong spots and get fined. Accumulating too many points can be troublesome—if your license points drop to 9, one more violation might require you to attend a seven-day theoretical course, disrupting work and life. I recommend checking signs carefully before parking and using navigation apps for alerts. Big cities enforce stricter penalties; in places like Shanghai or Beijing, fines can go up to 300 RMB. Safe driving is the top priority.
