
Yes. Relevant explanation is as follows: Introduction: Turning left from a right-turn lane when the left-turn signal is green is a traffic violation. If caught by traffic police or captured by traffic surveillance cameras, it may result in a warning or fine, along with a deduction of 2 points. Legal basis: According to Article 44 of the Road Traffic Safety Law: Motor vehicles passing through intersections shall proceed in accordance with traffic signals, signs, markings, or the direction of traffic police. When passing through intersections without traffic signals, signs, markings, or traffic police direction, they shall slow down and yield to pedestrians and vehicles with the right of way.

I still remember the last time I was driving, I made a hard left turn in a dedicated right-turn lane and got caught by the camera. This kind of violation is most common at intersections, where cameras specifically target those who don't follow the lane markings. Electronic eyes are everywhere in the city, automatically recognizing license plates and recording violations. Once caught, a standard fine of 200 yuan plus 3 demerit points is the norm. I suggest paying more attention to road markings and traffic signals in daily driving, instead of cutting corners for convenience. Such behavior not only violates traffic rules but also easily leads to rear-end collisions. I once saw a car doing this almost hit a pedestrian—fortunately, the speed was slow. Safety first, developing good habits is much better than paying fines afterward.

I worked in the urban traffic department for several years and am well aware of these regulations. The dedicated right-turn lane is designed for vehicles turning right; if you turn left, it's a violation. The traffic law clearly states this as 'occupying a dedicated lane,' which is a key monitoring target for electronic police. Once captured, the system automatically records evidence, and the vehicle owner must bear the penalty of fines and demerit points. In actual enforcement, especially on overpasses or busy intersections, such cases frequently occur. It is recommended to strictly adhere to lane markings while driving and not to cut corners for speed, as the cost is high and it endangers public safety. Regularly reviewing traffic rules can help avoid such pitfalls.

As a safety volunteer, I'm always concerned about such violations. Turning left from a right-turn lane can easily cause side collisions, and cameras will definitely capture it. From my experience in accident investigations, similar scenarios of reckless lane changes often lead to chain-reaction traffic jams and even casualties with significant risks. Traffic authorities have deployed surveillance cameras at key intersections to strictly crack down on such mistakes, reminding everyone to exercise self-discipline and not take risks just to save time. The correct approach is to choose the appropriate lane in advance to protect the safety and rights of yourself and others.

From a technological perspective, high-definition cameras with ultra-sensitive settings are now specifically deployed to capture illegal lane changes by non-vehicles. When a right-turn lane is used for left turns, the AI system can recognize license plate positions and timestamp the data. For instance, intersection surveillance can capture 360-degree footage, archiving and uploading violations within seconds. Having studied the equipment specifications, I found they also feature night-vision infrared modes for all-weather monitoring. Upon detection, tickets are automatically generated—convenient yet a reminder for drivers to follow road markings to avoid unnecessary fines and hassles.


