How many points will be deducted for reversing after crossing the stop line?
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Reversing after crossing the stop line will result in a deduction of six points. When the rear wheels have not crossed the stop line: If only the front wheels cross the stop line after the red light, and the rear wheels do not, reversing back to the stop line will trigger the electronic camera once, and reversing again will trigger it once more. Although this does not count as running a red light, it is still a violation. According to traffic regulations, motor vehicles are not allowed to reverse at railway crossings, intersections, one-way roads, bridges, sharp turns, steep slopes, or tunnels. When the entire vehicle crosses the stop line: If the entire vehicle crosses the stop line during a red light and stops in the middle of the intersection, then reverses back, strictly speaking, this is not considered running a red light. Running a red light requires three photos: one before the vehicle crosses the line, one after crossing the line, and one entering the intersection.
Last time I encountered this situation while driving, I accidentally crossed the line before a red light and reversed back. As a result, I got a ticket with 6 points deducted and a 200 yuan fine. The traffic police explained that this counts as running a red light violation because when the signal light is red, any change in the vehicle's position will be recognized by the camera system as entering the intersection. The reversing process also increases the risk of collision, especially during peak hours, as electric vehicles or cars behind may easily rear-end. The suggestion is that if the front of the car has just crossed the line but the body hasn't entered the intersection, stay still and wait for the green light to proceed. If you've already reversed, quickly go to the traffic department to appeal, which might reduce the penalty. Develop the habit of maintaining distance when waiting at red lights and not following too closely to avoid awkward mistakes. With 30 years of driving experience, I've learned many lessons—safety always comes first.
