What is the penalty for traffic violation code 13440 and how many points are deducted?

[ElisaDella]

Violation code 13440 refers to motor vehicles violating prohibition sign instructions. According to Article 38 of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China: Vehicles and pedestrians shall pass in accordance with traffic signals; when there is on-site command by traffic police, they shall pass according to the traffic police's instructions; on roads without traffic signals, they shall pass under the principle of ensuring safety and smooth traffic. Article 44 of the Road Traffic Safety Law states that motor vehicles passing through intersections shall proceed according to traffic lights, traffic signs, traffic markings, or traffic police instructions. When passing through intersections without traffic lights, signs, markings, or traffic police command, drivers should slow down and yield to pedestrians and vehicles with right of way. Traffic violation codes consist of four to five digits, categorized according to the principles in traffic laws. The sequence from left to right is: the first digit represents the behavior category code, the second digit represents the penalty point category code, the third and fourth digits are sequential codes, and the fifth digit indicates the specific item number. First digit: Behavior category code, indicating the classification in the Road Traffic Law; Second digit: Penalty point category code, indicating the classification of penalty points for traffic violations; Third and fourth digits: Sequential code, indicating the order of violations within the same behavior category. For example: 13035—"1" indicates motor vehicle behavior, the second digit "3" means 3 points will be deducted, and "035" indicates the fifth item under the third category of 3-point violations. Behavior category code violation descriptions: Codes starting with 1 indicate motor vehicle traffic, e.g., 1003; Codes starting with 2 indicate non-motor vehicle traffic, e.g., 2002; Codes starting with 3 indicate pedestrian or passenger traffic, e.g., 3030; Codes starting with 4 indicate highway traffic, e.g., 4002; Codes starting with 5 indicate other regulations, e.g., 5005; Codes starting with 7 indicate implementation rules of provinces, autonomous regions, or municipalities, e.g., 7008; Codes starting with 8 indicate local regulations of cities (prefectures, autonomous prefectures, or leagues), e.g., 8606. There are four common methods to check motor vehicle violations: Visit the office halls of traffic branches in various districts and counties to query through touch terminals; Log in to the external service websites of municipal public security traffic management bureaus, find the vehicle violation query section, enter the license plate number and engine number, and click to query; Call the inquiry hotline (area code + 114); Use the Traffic Management 12123 app (V2.8.1B437 for iOS 15+ or V2.8.1B274 for Android 12+).

[DiLucas]

I specifically looked up this traffic violation code 13440, which refers to running a red light. It results in a 6-point deduction and a 200 yuan fine. Last time I was driving in the city, I almost ran a yellow light because I was in a hurry—just thinking about it makes me nervous, but luckily I stopped in time. Many people think it's okay to rush for a second or two, but the actual risk is extremely high, especially on rainy days when the road is slippery, increasing the chance of side collisions. Nowadays, intersection cameras are very sensitive—even if your car crosses the line when the yellow light turns on, it counts as a violation. My advice is to check the traffic signal early when approaching an intersection and start slowing down as soon as the green light flashes. You only have 12 points a year, and losing half means you'll have to retake the written test—totally not worth it.

[LeNorah]

13440 represents running a red light, which carries a penalty of 6 demerit points. My driving instructor repeatedly emphasized during lessons that this violation is particularly severe—equivalent to losing half your license points in one offense. Last time, my neighbor uncle got caught running a red light. The 200-yuan fine was minor, but the accumulated demerit points significantly impacted his insurance premium the following year. Actually, there are tricks to avoid running red lights: don’t tailgate large vehicles that may block your view of the signal, and ease off the accelerator when approaching intersections—if the countdown shows 2 seconds left, don’t speed up. Remember, "stop at red, go at green" isn’t just a nursery rhyme; it’s a traffic rule written in blood and tears.

[DiKate]

After driving for ten years, I'm most familiar with code 13440, a typical red-light running violation that results in a 6-point deduction if caught. Once, after working late and driving home exhausted, I almost ran a red light, which instantly woke me up in a cold sweat. This type of violation is the most dangerous: it can easily cause collisions at intersections and may even hit pedestrians crossing the crosswalk. Now, with upgraded traffic cameras, passing through within one second after the red light turns on will be recorded. It's advisable to develop the habit of slowing down when the green light starts flashing and maintaining a safe following distance. Having to retake the driving test after losing all your points is too much hassle.

[JasperLee]

After checking the information, violation code 13440 means running a red light, which results in an immediate deduction of 6 points from the driver's license. As a novice driver, I was once penalized for this when my wheels just crossed the line as the light turned from yellow to red. In fact, traffic lights have a buffer time, and you should prepare to stop during the last three seconds of the green light. A reminder to everyone: be extra cautious during heavy rain, as ground reflections can easily lead to misjudging the signal; maintain distance when following buses to avoid obstructed views and accidentally running a red light. A 200-yuan fine is bearable, but accumulating 12 points within six months means retaking the written test for the driver's license.

[DelFaith]

I know the code 13440 all too well—it's specifically for running red lights, with a penalty of 6 points deducted. Last time, a friend was driving in an unfamiliar city and got caught by a camera at an intersection they didn't know, which not only cost them points but also affected their vehicle's annual inspection. Special reminder: Some left-turn-only lanes have independent traffic signals, and it's easy to violate the rules if you're not paying attention. The way to avoid it is simple—keep your foot on the brake when approaching an intersection, and don't rush if there are only five seconds left on the green light. A fine of 200 yuan is a small matter; the real fear is causing an accident. Traffic regulations are getting stricter now, and the primary responsibility rate for accidents caused by running red lights is as high as 90%, so you really need to be cautious.