Is running a red light captured from the front or the back?

[LuciaRose]

Running a red light is generally captured from the back, using electronic cameras to take three photos for determination: a photo of the vehicle crossing the intersection stop line, including the traffic light showing red and the license plate number; a photo of the vehicle completely passing the stop line, including the traffic light showing red and the license plate number; and a photo of the vehicle continuing to move, comparing the vehicle's position to see if there is any change, including the traffic light showing red and the license plate number. Capturing these three photos can determine that the vehicle has run a red light. The act of 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 prohibiting passage, and if a vehicle proceeds through an intersection when the light is red, it constitutes the traffic violation of running a red light. Six scenarios of running a red light: Stopping immediately after crossing the line at a red light (when the light turns red, the vehicle cannot stop in time, and the front of the vehicle crosses the stop line): If the vehicle has just crossed the stop line when the light is red but stops immediately, this act of running a red light will not be penalized. However, if there is obvious movement after crossing the line, it will be penalized. The three photos captured by electronic cameras for running a red light are: the front wheels crossing the stop line, the rear wheels crossing the stop line, and the front wheels crossing the opposite stop line. Only when all three photos are present will it be considered running a red light, resulting in a 6-point deduction under the new regulations. Running a red light under the direction of a traffic officer (the signal light is red, but the officer signals to proceed): When there is a conflict between the traffic signal and the officer's gesture, the driver must obey the officer's on-site command. If the driver runs a red light due to the officer's command, they can obtain a diversion certificate from the local traffic police station to avoid penalties. If the driver disagrees with the penalty, they can appeal through administrative reconsideration or administrative litigation. Stopping after the entire vehicle crosses the line at a red light (failing to brake in time, causing the entire vehicle to cross the stop line): If the vehicle stops after completely crossing the stop line without further movement, it is not considered running a red light. However, this constitutes stopping beyond the line. According to Article 4, Item 5 of the "Road Traffic Safety Violation Scoring Standards," failing to drive or stop as required at an intersection results in a 2-point deduction. Reversing after stopping beyond the line (attempting to avoid penalties by reversing after stopping beyond the line at a red light): Vehicles are not allowed to reverse at railway crossings, intersections, one-way roads, bridges, sharp turns, steep slopes, or tunnels. Violations may result in a warning or fine. Accidentally running a red light behind a large vehicle (due to the large vehicle blocking the view, following it through the intersection): Drivers must maintain sufficient visibility to see the traffic signals ahead and ensure a safe braking distance. Generally, if a vehicle is captured running a red light behind a large vehicle, it is due to rushing through the intersection. This behavior will be penalized as running a red light. Proceeding through an intersection at a yellow light (passing through the intersection when the light turns yellow): Traffic authorities state that according to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," vehicles that have already crossed the stop line when the yellow light is flashing may continue to proceed. If the driver continues to rush through after the yellow light has turned on, it will be considered running a red light if captured.