What are the penalties for crossing the stop line at traffic lights?

[DeClayton]

At traffic light intersections, many regions do not penalize actions such as the front of the vehicle crossing the line, wheels crossing the line, or rear wheels crossing the line. However, if the entire vehicle body passes the white stop line and stops, it will be considered illegal parking, resulting in a fine and a deduction of 2 points. If you accidentally cross the solid white line at a red light, as long as you do not continue driving, the system cannot capture the three photos required to confirm running a red light, and thus no penalty will be imposed. To avoid such situations, you should slow down in advance when approaching an intersection and stop when the green light is about to turn yellow, which can help prevent crossing the line. Maintaining a sufficient safe distance from large vehicles allows for adequate time and space to observe traffic lights, effectively avoiding violations such as accidentally running a red light or crossing the line due to obstructed vision caused by large vehicles ahead.

[LeGenesis]

Last time I was driving in the city, I almost crossed the line, which scared me into a cold sweat. Running a red light depends on the specific situation. If your front wheels cross the stop line when the light turns red but you stop immediately, it’s generally considered over-line parking, resulting in a 2-point deduction and a 100-yuan fine. However, if your entire vehicle crosses the line, it’s directly counted as running a red light, with a 6-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine. Special reminder: some places now use high-definition cameras that can detect whether you continue moving after crossing the line. For example, my friend in Guangzhou crossed the line and then rolled forward, getting caught in three photos and treated as running a red light. It’s recommended to slow down in advance when approaching an intersection, avoid rushing through yellow lights, maintain a safe distance, and observe the actions of the car in front. Safety and caution are the most important.

[OLucia]

I always pay close attention to this while driving, as the penalties for crossing the line are quite strict. According to traffic regulations, when the wheels cross the stop line at a red light, it triggers the electronic enforcement. There are two types of penalties: stopping immediately after crossing the line is considered illegal parking, resulting in a 2-point deduction and a 100 yuan fine; if you continue driving forward, it counts as running a red light. Some drivers think they can rush through in the last few seconds of a green light without consequences, but they still get caught if they cross the line when the light turns red. I recommend controlling your speed when approaching intersections, especially in areas where road markings are worn, and anticipate signal changes in advance. Additionally, large vehicles blocking your view are the most common cause of accidentally crossing the line, so it's best to maintain a safe distance of at least 5 meters.

[JosephineMarie]

I witnessed a novice driver being fined for crossing the line. Here's what happened: the moment the red light turns on, as long as the front wheel crosses the stop line, it triggers the violation camera. The penalty points and fines vary by region. For example, it's a 200-yuan fine in Beijing and Shanghai, while in Shenzhen, it's 500 yuan. Never reverse after crossing the line, as it could lead to additional penalties. A traffic officer told me that braking distances increase in rainy weather, making it easier to cross the line, so it's important to slow down early on slippery roads. Another tip: if you notice the light is about to turn red and your speed isn't too high, you can stop smoothly, but slamming on the brakes might cause the wheels to cross the line.