What are the penalties for stopping on a highway ramp?
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Highway ramp stopping penalty standards: 1. Under non-emergency circumstances: Under non-emergency circumstances, vehicles are not allowed to overtake, make U-turns, stop, or reverse on highway ramps. According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China", any of the above violations will result in a fine ranging from 20 to 200 yuan and a deduction of six points. 2. In emergency situations: In emergency situations, even if captured by cameras, you can file an appeal. With sufficient justification, the fine can usually be waived. A ramp, also known as an approach, is an engineering term typically referring to a short section that provides vehicles with access to mainline highways, elevated roads, bridges, and tunnels, connecting them to adjacent service roads or other mainline overpasses/sloped roads/approach roads, as well as collector-distributor roads. It serves as the primary traffic infrastructure component of highway interchanges.
Recently, I noticed that parking on highway ramps is quite strictly penalized. Typically, if caught, you'll be fined 200 yuan and have 6 points deducted from your license. If you block other vehicles or cause an accident, the penalty is even harsher—12 points deducted directly. Having driven for so many years, I know that ramps are merging points onto highways where speeds are high, making parking extremely dangerous and prone to rear-end collisions or hitting pedestrians. The law prohibits non-emergency stops on highways, and ramps are considered part of the highway. If an accident occurs, the fine is the least of your worries—you could be held liable and end up paying hefty compensation. I recommend everyone develop the habit of checking their vehicle's condition before entering the ramp to avoid delays. If your car breaks down and you have to stop, turn on your hazard lights immediately and place a warning sign—don't just wait idly. Safety comes first. These rules aren't meant to hassle you but to protect everyone.
