Is it considered a violation if you cross the stop line when the yellow light is on?
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If the vehicle does not continue to move forward after crossing the stop line when the yellow light is on, it is not considered running a red light. Here is some relevant information about running a red light: 1. Concept: Running a red light refers to the behavior of motor vehicles, non-motor vehicles, pedestrians, etc., violating traffic signal instructions by crossing the stop line and continuing to move when the red light is on and passage is prohibited. 2. Query method: Vehicle owners can install mobile apps such as Wheel Traffic Violation Check on their phones. After opening the app, they can enter the license plate number, vehicle model, and engine number to query traffic violation information, including running a red light. Both Apple and Android phones support this feature.
Running through a yellow light just as it turns on without crossing the stop line is indeed considered a traffic violation. I remember one time at a busy intersection, the light turned yellow, and I slightly accelerated trying to slip through, only to be caught by an electronic police camera. Within a few days, the ticket arrived—a 200-yuan fine plus demerit points. That incident taught me a lesson: the yellow light is meant to signal us to slow down and stop. Forcing your way through carries too much risk. Not only could it cause a rear-end collision, but it also reflects poorly on your driving habits. Now when I drive, the moment I see a yellow light, I instinctively steady my speed to prioritize safety. In fact, traffic rules include the yellow light precisely to give reaction time and avoid sudden braking or rushing scenarios.
