How often are traffic restriction photos taken?
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Traffic restriction enforcement follows a 4-hour cycle where continuous photo captures within this period count as a single violation, with each subsequent 4-hour interval adding another infraction. Within these 4 hours, drivers can move their vehicles out of the restricted zone, park at the nearest lot, or return to their origin without fear of repeat penalties. However, continuous travel within the same day will result in consecutive fines. Key details about tail-number restrictions are as follows: 1. Tail-number restriction system: This traffic management measure, designed to alleviate urban congestion, permits only private vehicles with license plates ending in odd numbers on odd dates and even numbers on even dates to operate. Implementation has proven effective in reducing traffic pressure. 2. Updated enforcement systems: Traffic authorities have upgraded electronic monitoring and on-site officer systems to enable consecutive documentation and penalization of violations. Note that 'consecutive' doesn't mean uninterrupted - vehicles that inadvertently violate restrictions due to forgetfulness receive a 3-hour grace period after initial penalty to exit restricted areas, park nearby, or return home without secondary penalties from either electronic systems or officers. However, deliberate repeated violations within a day will incur sequential fines. Regardless of violation frequency, each day carries only one penalty of 100 RMB fine (no point deduction).
After driving for so many years, I've often heard about traffic restriction cameras. Actually, the cameras don't take photos every few hours; they only trigger when a vehicle violates the rules, such as when you drive into a restricted zone—it captures that moment instantly. Restricted hours are usually fixed, like weekday rush hours in the morning and evening, say from 7 to 9 AM and PM. The cameras are on all day but only activate when they detect a license plate violating the rules. I once got careless, missed a sign, and got caught—ended up with a fine and points deducted. I recommend using navigation apps to set up reminders in advance, avoiding those times—it's hassle-free and safer. If you get stuck in traffic, don't risk entering; just wait patiently until the restriction period is over before moving on.
