Is Running a Yellow Light Considered a Traffic Violation? Will Points Be Deducted?
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Running a yellow light is a traffic violation for motor vehicles, and the penalty standard is the same as running a red light. According to the latest revised "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," running a yellow light will result in a deduction of 6 points and a fine. Determination of Running a Yellow Light: According to Article 38 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law," when the green light is on, vehicles are permitted to proceed, but turning vehicles must not obstruct the passage of straight-moving vehicles or pedestrians. When the yellow light is on, vehicles that have already crossed the stop line may continue to proceed; vehicles that have not crossed the stop line should stop. Running a yellow light is considered a violation of traffic signal rules. Special Cases Where Running a Yellow Light Can Be Appealed: If a driver "accidentally" runs a yellow light due to obstructed vision caused by large vehicles such as buses, trucks, or trailers ahead, they can bring their driving records to the traffic police department to have the penalty revoked. In cases where emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire trucks, police cars, or special vehicles are performing urgent tasks and require yielding at intersections, running a yellow light can also be appealed. The driver must bring their driving records for review, and the traffic police department will assess the situation based on the vehicle's route and intersection surveillance to potentially revoke the penalty. If the traffic signal malfunctions or conflicts arise and there is on-site police direction, drivers must follow the officer's instructions. Even if captured by electronic traffic cameras and a violation is recorded, they can obtain a traffic flow adjustment certificate from the traffic police department to resolve the issue.
