Is it considered a traffic violation to run a red light by following a large vehicle?
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In general, when a motor vehicle is photographed following a large vehicle, it is usually due to rushing through an intersection against the signal. This behavior can only be penalized as running a red light. However, if it is confirmed that the signal light was obstructed by the large vehicle and thus not visible, the driver can apply for reconsideration after being penalized. Drivers should maintain sufficient visibility to see the traffic signals ahead and ensure 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 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 running a red light: You can check for red light violations through the "Traffic Management 12123" app. After opening the app, log in with your ID card, find the option for violation handling, and click on it. In the violation handling section, you can see the current status of your vehicle. If there is a violation, the specific details will be displayed. You can also check by visiting the office halls of the traffic police departments in various cities and counties and using the touch query terminals. Log in to the external service websites of the public security traffic management bureaus of various cities, find the vehicle violation query section, enter your license plate number and vehicle engine number, and click to query.
