Will I be fined for driving at 58 in a 50 speed limit zone?
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Driving at 58 in a 50 speed limit zone is considered speeding. According to the Road Traffic Safety Law, exceeding the speed limit by less than 50% on roads with a speed limit below 60 km/h does not result in penalty points or fines. For ordinary vehicles outside expressways, the penalties for speeding are as follows: 1. Exceeding the speed limit by less than 10%: No penalty for now. 2. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 10% but less than 20%: 3 penalty points. 3. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 20% but less than 30%: 6 penalty points. 4. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 20% but less than 30%: 6 penalty points. 5. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 50% but less than 70%: 12 penalty points and possible revocation of the driver's license. 6. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 70%: 12 penalty points and possible revocation of the driver's license. On roads with a speed limit below 60 km/h, exceeding the speed limit by less than 50% results in a warning.
I remember once driving in a 50 km/h speed limit zone, accidentally hitting 58, and later actually receiving a ticket. Speeding by 8 km might not sound like much, but the camera systems are very sensitive, with a tolerance usually at 10% or below. 58 km/h is 16% over, making it highly likely to be caught. Especially in urban or school zones, surveillance is stricter. Fines vary by location, possibly ranging from 100-200 yuan, and may also include penalty points. From a safety perspective, speeding increases the risk of accidents, particularly in rain or snow. Controlling speed is key. Now, I use a mobile app to alert me of speed limits to avoid unnecessary fines.
