Will Electronic Eyes Capture U-turns on Crosswalks?

[CarlosAnn]

If there are electronic surveillance cameras, they will capture the act, as making a U-turn on a crosswalk is a traffic violation. According to the 'Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China,' this offense is punishable by a 3-point deduction and a fine of 200 yuan. This is based on Article 49, which states: 'Motor vehicles are not allowed to make U-turns at locations with signs or markings prohibiting U-turns or left turns, or at railway crossings, crosswalks, bridges, sharp curves, steep slopes, tunnels, or other sections of road where danger is likely to occur.' Definition of yielding to pedestrians on crosswalks: Pedestrians walking on the right side of the crosswalk, not yet reaching the centerline of the road. Vehicles on the left side of the road should slow down and allow them to pass safely. Pedestrians waiting outside the boundary line between motorized and non-motorized lanes. If they have not entered the roadway, vehicles should slow down and allow them to pass safely. If pedestrians cross the boundary between lanes and non-lanes, vehicles failing to stop and yield is a violation and should be penalized. Pedestrians waiting at the road centerline without entering the vehicle lane; vehicles failing to stop and yield is a violation and should be penalized. Pedestrians crossing the road centerline into the vehicle lane; vehicles failing to stop and yield is a violation and should be penalized. If the road is divided by a green belt, pedestrians waiting in the middle area; vehicles must slow down and allow them to pass safely. Permissible U-turn scenarios: Intersections with U-turn signs: If there is a clear U-turn sign, U-turns are allowed. If there is a U-turn signal light, follow its instructions. Without a signal light, U-turns can be made if they do not obstruct other vehicles or pedestrians. Intersections without explicit U-turn or left-turn prohibitions: If there are no signs explicitly prohibiting U-turns, they are allowed. 'No explicit prohibition' means no 'No U-turn' or 'No Left Turn' signs, and no solid centerline. Yellow grid lines also allow U-turns: Yellow grid lines are no-stopping zones at intersections prone to congestion. While stopping on them is prohibited, U-turns are allowed unless there is a center divider. Intersections with U-turn signal lights: If there is a U-turn signal light, proceed only when it is green. If 'No Left Turn' and 'U-turn allowed' signs coexist: U-turns are allowed, but left turns are prohibited. Note that 'No U-turn' is not the same as 'No Left Turn.' Precautions when making U-turns at intersections: Check road markings. If they are solid lines, U-turns are prohibited under any circumstances; continue driving to find a suitable spot. If there is a 'No Left Turn' sign, even without a 'No U-turn' sign, U-turns are not allowed at that intersection, as U-turns inherently involve left turns. U-turns must be made from the innermost left-turn lane. U-turns from the second left-turn lane are prohibited. Always yield to straight-moving traffic when making a U-turn. Failing to do so makes you fully liable for any accidents. Near intersection stop lines, lanes often have guiding arrows. Not all leftmost lanes have left-turn arrows; some may have straight arrows, prohibiting U-turns even without explicit signs.

[DelFernando]

As an experienced driver, I know that making a U-turn on a zebra crossing is absolutely a violation, and electronic surveillance cameras can definitely capture such dangerous maneuvers. Zebra crossings are designed for pedestrian safety, and reckless U-turns can easily lead to collisions with people crossing the road—I've personally witnessed such accidents. Cameras installed above intersections use high-definition imaging to quickly identify vehicle trajectories. Once a U-turn is detected within the zebra crossing area, the system automatically records the license plate and reports it to traffic police for processing. Last year, a friend of mine was fined 200 yuan and received penalty points for making a U-turn on a zebra crossing—it's really not worth it. Safety comes first, so every time I drive, I remind myself to avoid zebra crossing areas or find a safe spot to maneuver, rather than risking trouble for convenience.

[Judy]

From a technical perspective, traffic cameras do capture illegal U-turns on crosswalks. These cameras employ intelligent recognition systems to monitor vehicle movements in real-time at major urban intersections, with crosswalks designated as high-priority surveillance zones. The system detects sudden vehicle turns or stops, and through backend algorithm analysis of image data, automatically triggers recording if a U-turn within crosswalk boundaries is identified. Traffic regulations explicitly prohibit U-turns on crosswalks as they may obstruct pedestrian pathways. After electronic capture, traffic police issue tickets based on the evidence. When driving, I always pay attention to road markings and avoid making U-turns at un-signalized sections. The wiser approach is to turn at the outer edge of intersections in advance to minimize unnecessary risks.

[LenaMarie]

As a new driver, I'm most afraid of making U-turns under the watchful eyes of traffic cameras at crosswalks. When I first got my license, I heard people talk about how traffic cameras are set up at pedestrian crossings to specifically catch vehicles making illegal U-turns. Once, I was in a hurry and made a U-turn near a crosswalk. Although I wasn't caught, the thought of it still sends chills down my spine. The rules taught by my instructor were clear: crosswalks are for pedestrians, and U-turns must be made outside the safe zone. Cameras are common at intersections, and they can capture any movement instantly. Now, I've developed the habit of carefully choosing the right spot to turn, making sure never to make a sudden turn on a crosswalk to avoid fines or accidents. Safe driving is the most important thing.