Is running a yellow light considered a traffic violation? Will points be deducted?
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Running a yellow light is not considered a violation if the vehicle has already crossed the pedestrian crossing line. However, if the vehicle has not crossed the line, it is considered a yellow light violation. Traffic authorities will not deduct points from the driver but will issue an educational warning. Below are the relevant penalty regulations for traffic light violations: Running a yellow light primarily results in an educational warning, with no immediate penalties. Running a red light results in 6 points deducted and an unspecified fine. Traffic rules: When the light is green, vehicles are permitted to proceed, but turning vehicles must not obstruct straight-moving vehicles or pedestrians. When the light is yellow, vehicles that have already crossed the stop line may continue. When the light is red, vehicles are prohibited from proceeding.
I've studied traffic regulations many times. When the yellow light comes on, you must stop if it's safe to do so. If you proceed through it directly, it's considered a violation, equivalent to running a red light. In most regions, according to the Road Traffic Safety Law, this will result in penalty points, usually 6 points, plus a fine, the amount of which depends on local regulations. From an enforcement perspective, intersection cameras are now very intelligent. Once they capture evidence of running a yellow light, it's directly uploaded to the system for processing. For example, my friend ran a yellow light at a downtown intersection last year, was photographed, fined, and the penalty points affected his insurance renewal costs. My driving habit is to slow down when approaching intersections to avoid suddenly accelerating to beat the light. This way, I both follow the rules and reduce the risk of accidents. Remember, safety always comes first—don't risk it to save a few seconds.
