What are the three conditions for running a red light?

[VonAbel]

Determined by capturing three photos with electronic cameras: a photo of the vehicle crossing the stop line at the intersection, including the red light signal and license plate number; a photo of the vehicle completely passing the stop line, including the red light signal and license plate number; a photo showing the vehicle continuing to move, by comparing whether the vehicle's position has changed, including the red light signal and license plate number. Capturing these three photos can determine that the vehicle has run a red light. The act of running a red light is clearly defined in the "Road Traffic Safety Law". Article 26 states that traffic signals consist of red, green, and yellow lights. A red light indicates prohibition of passage, a green light indicates permission to pass, and a yellow light serves as a warning. A red light is a traffic signal prohibiting passage, and if a vehicle passes through an intersection during a red light, it constitutes the traffic violation of running a red light. Six situations of running a red light: Stopping immediately after crossing the line at a red light (when the red light is on, the vehicle cannot stop in time, and the front of the vehicle crosses the stop line): If the vehicle has just crossed the stop line during a red light but stops immediately, this act of running a red light will not be penalized. However, if there is obvious movement after crossing the line, it will be penalized. The three photos captured by electronic cameras for running a red light are: the front wheels crossing the stop line, the rear wheels crossing the stop line, and the front wheels crossing the opposite stop line. Only when all three photos are present will it be considered running a red light, resulting in a 6-point deduction under the new regulations. Running a red light under the direction of a traffic officer (the signal is red, but the traffic officer on duty signals to proceed): When there is a conflict between the traffic signal and the traffic officer's gesture, the driver must obey the on-site command of the traffic officer. If a red light is run due to the traffic officer's on-site command, the driver can obtain a flow adjustment certificate from the traffic police department at the scene to avoid penalties. If the party disagrees with the penalty, they can appeal through administrative reconsideration or administrative litigation. Stopping after the entire vehicle has crossed the stop line at a red light (failing to brake in time, causing the entire vehicle to cross the stop line): If the entire vehicle crosses the stop line and does not continue to move, it is not considered running a red light, but it is considered stopping beyond the line. Reversing after stopping beyond the line (attempting to avoid penalties by reversing after stopping beyond the line at a red light): Motor vehicles are not allowed to reverse at railway crossings, intersections, one-way roads, bridges, sharp turns, steep slopes, or tunnels. If reversing is done in violation of regulations, a warning or fine may be imposed. Accidentally running a red light behind a large vehicle (due to the obstruction of view by the large vehicle in front, following it through the intersection): Drivers must maintain sufficient visibility to see the traffic signals ahead and ensure a safe braking distance. In general, if a motor vehicle is photographed following a large vehicle through an intersection, it is due to rushing through the signal. This behavior will be penalized as running a red light. Passing through the intersection during a yellow light (passing through the intersection when the signal turns yellow): The traffic police department states that Article 91 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" stipulates that when the yellow light at an intersection is flashing, vehicles that have already crossed the stop line can continue to pass. If the yellow light is already on and the driver continues to rush through, it will be considered running a red light if photographed.

[VanNoah]

I've been driving for decades and have seen too many cases of running red lights. There are three key conditions: the most obvious sign is when your car crosses the stop line as the red light turns on, with the wheels rolling over that white line; second is when you fail to slow down and stop before the red light comes on, continuing to charge forward; third is when you completely cross the intersection while the red light is still on. These often happen due to rushing, like being in a hurry or distracted. I remember ten years ago, I witnessed a red-light-running accident where two cars collided, and people were seriously injured. So now, I always watch for signal changes in advance and make it a habit to stop at red lights without fail, avoiding fines, penalty points, and unnecessary suffering. Being safety-conscious is a lifesaver.