What are the penalties for not using turn signals as required?
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According to the Road Traffic Safety Law, motor vehicles driving on the road without using lights as required by regulations will be penalized with a deduction of 1 point, and the penalty will be imposed directly. Generally, the handling of motor vehicles not using lights as required is dealt with on the spot and will not be recorded in the form of photographs. The penalty regulations for driving a motor vehicle without using lights as required are as follows: 1. Accident: After a vehicle is involved in an accident on the road, if it obstructs traffic and is difficult to move, and does not use warning lights as required, a fine of 200 yuan and 3 points will be deducted. 2. Malfunction: If a motor vehicle does not use lights as required after a malfunction, a fine of 200 yuan and 3 points will be deducted. 3. Overtaking: If a motor vehicle overtakes without using lights as required, a fine of 100 yuan and 1 point will be deducted. 4. Night driving: If a motor vehicle does not use lights as required during night-time meetings, a fine of 100 yuan and 1 point will be deducted. 5. Traffic signals: If a motor vehicle passes through an intersection controlled by traffic signals without using lights as required, a fine of 100 yuan and 1 point will be deducted.
Last time I was driving, I forgot to turn on the turn signal before making a turn and was pulled over by a traffic officer. I received a fine of 100 yuan and had 2 points deducted from my license. This made me realize the importance of daily habits—turn signals are no small matter. They can help avoid fines and accidents, like if I had scratched a neighboring car, the responsibility would have been entirely mine, and the repair costs would have been much higher. Now, I’ve developed the habit of signaling at least 3 seconds in advance, which has made driving much easier, saving me trouble and improving safety. According to urban traffic regulations, failing to use turn signals properly can result in fines ranging from 50 yuan at minimum to 200 yuan at maximum, with point deductions depending on the severity of the violation.
