What Constitutes a Violation When Yielding to Pedestrians?

[RyleeRose]

Failing to stop or yield when encountering pedestrians crossing at a crosswalk will result in a fine and a 3-point deduction. Article 90: Motor vehicle drivers who violate road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding road passage rules shall be given a warning or corresponding fine.

[McValerie]

I used to make quite a few mistakes while driving, especially when yielding to pedestrians. If you don't come to a complete stop before a crosswalk—for instance, just slowing down without stopping—the traffic cameras will catch it as a violation, resulting in a 3-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine. Or if pedestrians have already started crossing and you still inch forward, that's also a violation. Even worse, stopping your car on the crosswalk and blocking pedestrian traffic will get you fined. My neighbor learned this the hard way: at an intersection, he started moving before all pedestrians had cleared, and the surveillance cameras flagged it as a violation. So my advice is: always come to a full stop at least one meter away from pedestrians and wait until they've safely crossed before moving. Be extra cautious in bad weather, as poor visibility increases the risk of accidents. Remembering these details can save you a lot of trouble.

[Cody]

I've noticed many new drivers nowadays are unaware of the details of yielding rules. Violations typically refer to situations where your car doesn't come to a complete stop to let pedestrians finish crossing, or when your vehicle blocks the crosswalk. Once, I encountered pedestrians crossing and only applied the brakes without fully stopping, which resulted in a police warning for violation. The rules require a complete stop to wait for pedestrians to pass, otherwise in busy areas it's easy to cause accidents. Electronic surveillance cameras often capture this type of violation. The fine might not be high, but accumulated penalty points can affect your driver's license. It's advisable to slow down in advance when approaching pedestrian zones to ensure safety, and avoid distractions like looking at your phone. Developing good habits will save you from these troubles.

[McBrooke]

As a frequent pedestrian, I've seen too many reckless drivers. Violations include not stopping for pedestrians at crosswalks, such as driving through when people are crossing or squeezing past them. Even stopping halfway and blocking the walkway is a violation. I've been startled several times while waiting at intersections by drivers who intended to yield but misjudged their position and nearly hit me. Regulations require vehicles to come to a complete stop to yield to pedestrians, or face fines and penalty points. Remember, safety from the pedestrian's perspective is crucial—don't just rush. A simple approach is to ensure the way is clear before proceeding.