Is it a violation to stop halfway through running a red light?

[MackenzieAnn]

If you stop at the crosswalk and do not continue driving, it is not considered running a red light but rather stopping beyond the line. According to Article 4, Item 5 of the "Scoring Standards for Road Traffic Violations": driving or stopping at an intersection not in accordance with regulations will result in a 2-point deduction. Running a red light is clearly defined in the "Road Traffic Safety Law". Article 26 states that traffic signals consist of red, green, and yellow lights. A red light indicates prohibition of passage, a green light indicates permission to proceed, and a yellow light serves as a warning. A red light is a traffic signal that prohibits passage, and if a vehicle proceeds through an intersection during a red light, it constitutes the traffic violation of running a red light. Running a red light refers to the act where a vehicle, while within the stop line, continues to move forward despite the traffic signal being red, and ultimately both the front and rear wheels of the vehicle cross the stop line. This is determined by capturing three photos via electronic cameras: A photo of the vehicle crossing the intersection stop line, showing the red light and license plate number. A photo of the vehicle completely crossing the stop line, showing the red light and license plate number. A photo of the vehicle continuing to move, comparing to see if the vehicle's position has changed, showing the red light and license plate number. Capturing these three photos confirms the act of running a red light. Running a red light is not considered a violation under the following circumstances: Yielding to emergency vehicles: Yielding to special vehicles such as ambulances or fire trucks. If caught by surveillance cameras while yielding to such vehicles, the act of running a red light will not be recorded during manual review. Even if recorded, you can apply for reconsideration at the traffic police department. Extreme weather: When visibility is so low that even electronic police cannot clearly see the traffic lights. Photos of the violation may be blurred, and if you accidentally run a red light, the traffic police will not impose penalties. Emergency situations: If a citizen transports a patient with a critical condition, they can provide proof from the hospital or the person being assisted to the traffic police for verification. If confirmed, the violation record can be expunged. If possible, it is best to call an ambulance to avoid running a red light and causing a traffic accident. Police direction: During peak hours, traffic police may temporarily direct traffic at major intersections. Drivers must follow the gestures of the traffic police.