Is it a traffic violation to run a red light when following a large vehicle under the new traffic regulations?
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In general, when a motor vehicle is photographed following a large vehicle, it is usually because the driver is rushing through the intersection. This behavior can only be penalized as running a red light. However, if it is confirmed that the driver could not see the traffic signal due to the obstruction of the large vehicle, they can apply for reconsideration after being penalized. Drivers should maintain sufficient visibility range, ensuring they can see the traffic signals ahead and maintain a safe braking distance. Penalty points for running a red light: According to Article 2, Section 1, Clause 2 of the "Scoring Standards for Road Traffic Safety Violations," driving a motor vehicle in violation of traffic signal lights results in a deduction of 6 points. Article 3, Section 1, Clause 8 states that driving a motor vehicle in violation of prohibition signs or markings results in a deduction of 3 points. How to check for red light violations: You can check for red light violations through the "Traffic Management 12123" app. After opening the app, log in using your ID card, then find and click on the "Violation Handling" option. In the violation handling section, you can see the current status of your vehicle. If there are any violations, the specific details will be displayed. You can also check at the office halls of the traffic police branches in various districts and counties by using the touch query terminals. Alternatively, log in to the external service websites of the Public Security Traffic Management Bureau of each city: find the "Vehicle Violation Query" section, enter your license plate number and vehicle engine number, and click "Query" to check.
