What are the penalties for motor vehicles not driving in the motor vehicle lane?
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Motor vehicles not driving in the motor vehicle lane will not incur demerit points but may result in a warning or a fine ranging from 20 to 200 yuan. If driving in an incorrect lane on highways or urban expressways, 3 demerit points will be recorded, along with a warning or a fine ranging from 20 to 200 yuan. Motor vehicle drivers committing any of the following violations will receive 3 demerit points per offense: 1. Driving passenger vehicles (excluding buses) or school buses with passengers exceeding the approved capacity by less than 20%; 2. Driving medium-sized or larger passenger or cargo vehicles, or hazardous material transport vehicles on roads other than highways or urban expressways, or driving other motor vehicles at speeds exceeding the limit by less than 20%; 3. Driving cargo vehicles with loads exceeding the approved weight by less than 30%; 4. Driving a motor vehicle on highways below the minimum speed limit; 5. Driving a motor vehicle prohibited from entering highways onto highways; 6. Driving a motor vehicle on highways or urban expressways without adhering to the designated lane.
The penalty for vehicles not using the designated motor vehicle lane is quite severe. Typically, traffic regulations require vehicles to drive in their assigned lanes; otherwise, it's considered a violation. The fine is usually around 200 yuan. For instance, when I drive in the city, it's common to see traffic police catching offenders red-handed, issuing on-the-spot tickets, and deducting 2 points from your driver's license. Repeated violations could lead to license revocation, which is truly not worth the risk. Worse still, if an accident occurs, you bear full responsibility, facing both compensation and criminal liabilities. I believe following the rules not only saves money but also protects others' safety. Don't try to save time or take shortcuts on the road; make it a habit to only use motor vehicle lanes, and always check signs when parking, especially for beginners.
