Is it a traffic violation to mistakenly enter the BRT lane at night?
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Occupying the BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) dedicated lane with a motor vehicle constitutes a traffic violation. Below is relevant information about mistakenly entering the BRT lane at night: 1. Introduction to BRT: BRT stands for Bus Rapid Transit. BRT vehicles are double-door buses, also known as rapid transit buses, with dedicated boarding platforms and lanes. 2. Occupying the BRT lane: Motor vehicles occupying the BRT dedicated lane violate the 'Motor Vehicle Violation of Prohibited Markings' regulation. Penalties vary by region, but generally, violations caught by electronic surveillance result in a fine of 200 yuan and 3 demerit points. Drivers should be more cautious in the future to avoid fines and demerit points, which are not worth the trouble.
Having driven for so many years, I've encountered quite a few cases of BRT lane violations. Poor lighting at night does make it easy to accidentally enter these dedicated bus lanes. However, once you're in, it's a clear traffic violation—BRT lanes are exclusively for rapid transit buses, and private cars entering without authorization will be caught by traffic cameras, typically fined between 100 to 200 yuan, and may also face penalty points. I remember a friend who, exhausted after work one night, missed the signs and got fined 150 yuan. To avoid this, always pay attention to road markings and signals, especially at night—slow down and watch for reflective roadside signs. If you do end up in the lane, don’t panic; exit safely as soon as possible, but chances are the violation has already been recorded, leaving you to accept the penalty and learn the lesson. Develop good driving habits, like checking navigation prompts more often.
