What is the basis for determining solid line violations?
2 Answers
Wheels crossing the solid line is considered a solid line violation. Solid lines are divided into yellow/white. When driving straight, you must not cross the line, regardless of whether it's solid or dashed, yellow or white. You must drive within the lane. Distinguishing lane solid lines: Generally, roads marked with a single solid line are not very wide. If two vehicles are driving side by side, it becomes very crowded. A white solid line is drawn on the right side to separate the motor vehicle lane from the non-motor vehicle lane. The main purpose is to warn vehicles not to cross the line for overtaking. Roads marked with double yellow solid lines are generally wider, at least with two lanes on one side plus a white solid line separating the motor vehicle lane from the non-motor vehicle lane. The width of the road makes it difficult for drivers to distinguish lanes when turning or passing intersections. If a single yellow line is used on such a road section, it is easy to drive in the wrong lane. Using double yellow lines makes it easier to distinguish. Distinguishing left-turn areas: Some areas with a single yellow line have dashed lines, indicating that vehicles are allowed to make left turns or U-turns in this area. Similarly, vehicles coming from the opposite direction also have the right to make left turns and U-turns in this area. However, double yellow lines are different. In some road sections, the same area may have dashed lines on one side and solid lines on the other. This means that vehicles on the dashed line side can make left turns in this area, while vehicles on the opposite side are not allowed to make left turns in this area.
The determination of crossing a solid line mainly depends on whether the vehicle has crossed the solid lane line or intersection markings. Having driven for so many years, I’ve encountered quite a few instances of being fined. Traffic regulations clearly state that crossing a solid line is a traffic violation because doing so may interfere with the normal flow of other vehicles—for example, changing lanes over a solid line on the highway or crossing the stop line at an intersection while waiting for a red light. The camera system relies on real-time image recognition to determine whether the vehicle’s tires have touched the solid line area. If caught, the fine is usually 200 RMB with a 3-point deduction—don’t count on luck, as the technology is very precise now. For safety, I’ve developed the habit of slowing down before solid lines, observing carefully to avoid accidents. Paying more attention to this makes driving more reassuring. Crossing a solid line is no trivial matter—getting fined can ruin your mood. Planning your route in advance can help reduce the risk of crossing lines.
