Will crossing the solid line for a lane change definitely be captured?
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Crossing the solid line for a lane change may not necessarily be captured. Photography principle: When the front wheels of the vehicle press over the induction coil on the ground, the electronic device captures the first photo; when the rear wheels press over the induction coil on the ground, the electronic device captures the second photo; when the vehicle passes through the intersection and presses over the induction coil on the opposite side of the ground, the electronic device captures the third photo. Reasons for not being captured: Crossing the solid line for a lane change is definitely a violation, but whether it will be captured depends on whether the local area has installed cameras to capture such violations. Also, it depends on whether the camera is malfunctioning or not. Some intersections have cameras specifically aimed at vehicles changing lanes over solid lines, and the probability of being captured in such cases is very high.
I'm one of those drivers who encountered this situation shortly after starting to drive. Once, in a hurry, I crossed a solid line to change lanes and actually got caught on camera, resulting in points deducted and a fine. Since then, I've learned my lesson. These cameras are now everywhere, especially at traffic light intersections or highway entrances. Some are fixed electronic eyes, while others are mobile probes. Crossing solid lines is itself a traffic violation that can easily lead to rear-end collisions. The monitoring system automatically captures violations, but it's not a 100% guarantee of being caught—it depends on location and time. For example, you might get lucky and escape at night when there are fewer cars on the road. But I suggest not taking the risk. Spending a little more time waiting for a dashed line area to change lanes is safer. After all, a driver's license only has 12 points a year, and once they're all deducted, you'll have to retake the test.
Having driven for twenty years, I've seen many such cases. Changing lanes by crossing solid lines doesn't necessarily get caught on camera, especially on rural roads with fewer or no cameras at all. But it's much riskier in urban centers. The key point is that crossing solid lines violates traffic rules and increases accident risks regardless of being caught on camera. Like my neighbor who nearly caused a collision by forcing a lane change last time and got scolded badly by the car behind. New drivers should be extra cautious - observe road signs more, plan lane changes in advance to avoid last-minute mistakes, and regularly maintain turn signals during car upkeep to ensure proper functioning and reduce the urge to cross lines.
