Is it a traffic violation to go straight in a right-turn lane?
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Going straight in a right-turn lane is considered a traffic violation, as it constitutes driving in a lane not designated for that purpose. According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," this violation will result in a fine and penalty points. The specific penalties and precautions to avoid violations are as follows: Different penalties under two circumstances: Driving in a lane not designated for that purpose is divided into two scenarios, with corresponding penalties: Driving a motor vehicle on a highway or urban expressway in a lane not designated for that purpose will result in a 3-point penalty and a fine; Driving on roads other than highways or urban expressways in a lane not designated for that purpose will result in a fine but no penalty points. Precautions to avoid violations such as driving in the wrong lane: Before driving, plan your route carefully. When approaching an intersection, pay attention to the directional arrows on the road and enter the correct lane in advance. When reaching an intersection, whether you need to go straight, turn left, turn right, or make a U-turn, you must drive in the designated lane. If you accidentally choose the wrong lane, first, do not change lanes arbitrarily, and second, do not force yourself to continue in the original direction. Instead, proceed as is, make a U-turn or detour ahead, and then choose the correct lane.
