Will crossing the solid line at an intersection result in penalty points?
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Crossing the solid line at an intersection will result in a penalty of 3 points. Yellow solid lines are used to separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions, typically painted in the center of the road, acting as a divider to separate the road into two directions. Any solid line strictly prohibits crossing, such as for overtaking, turning, or making a U-turn. Under normal driving conditions, vehicles should not cross these lines. White solid lines indicate the boundary between lanes moving in the same direction and are established to distinguish different lanes. Lane changes are not permitted, and drivers should not switch lanes arbitrarily. White dashed lines allow for lane changes or merging. If a double yellow line consists of one solid and one dashed line, vehicles on the side with the dashed line may temporarily cross it for purposes such as overtaking or turning.
I've seen many drivers crossing solid lines to change lanes at intersections, only to be caught by traffic cameras resulting in a 3-point deduction and a fine of around 200 yuan (exact amount depends on local regulations). The key point is that lane-changing in solid line zones is prohibited to prevent accidents. Solid lines function like invisible dividers—crossing them constitutes a traffic violation, especially at complex intersections where abrupt lane changes can easily cause rear-end collisions or side swipes. Nowadays, high-definition cameras make it impossible to evade detection. As a veteran driver with 15 years of experience, I strictly adhere to every road marking because safety comes first and penalty points are valuable. My advice: plan your route in advance to avoid last-minute risky lane changes that invite trouble.
