Will I get points deducted for driving at 66 in a 60 km/h speed limit zone?
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Driving at 66 km/h in a 60 km/h speed limit zone constitutes a 10% overspeed violation. This type of offense does not incur fines or points deduction, but it is still considered a traffic violation and will be processed as an overspeed case. Exceeding the speed limit by 33% will result in 6 points deducted and a fine of 200 yuan. 1. Overspeed calculation formula: Overspeed percentage = [(Actual speed - Speed limit) ÷ Speed limit] × 100%. 2. Overspeed penalties: (1) For exceeding the speed limit by less than 10%, only a warning will be issued without fines or points deduction; (2) For exceeding the speed limit by 10% to less than 20%, a fine of 200 yuan and 3 points will be imposed; (3) For exceeding the speed limit by 20% to less than 30%, a fine of 200 yuan and 6 points will be imposed; (4) For exceeding the speed limit by 30% to less than 50%, a fine of 200 yuan and 6 points will be imposed; (5) For exceeding the speed limit by 50% to less than 70%, a fine of 1000 yuan and 12 points will be imposed, and the driver's license may be revoked.
From a legal perspective, let me share that speeding is really not something to take lightly. Whether driving at 66 in a 60 zone counts as a penalty varies by region, but the general rule is that exceeding the speed limit by less than 10% usually doesn’t result in a fine. Going from 60 to 66 is exactly 10%, which might fall within the leniency range, resulting in just a warning with no points or fines. However, don’t take chances, as some cities have stricter traffic police who may directly deduct 3 points and impose a fine of around 200 yuan. According to data I’ve checked, the penalty rate for speeding 10%-20% exceeds 40%, especially on urban main roads where cameras are more likely to catch violations. Safety comes first—your car’s speedometer may have a 5% margin of error, and if you actually hit 69, you’ll definitely lose points. Make it a habit to monitor your speedometer and aim to drive 5 km/h below the limit for the safest margin. Familiarize yourself with local traffic rules to avoid penalties. Remember, rules exist for everyone’s safety, and compliance is always the right choice.
With 20 years of driving experience, I'd like to share some insights: When the speed limit is 60, driving at 66 km/h—I've tried it a few times in the suburbs without getting fined, but got a warning in the city where there are more cameras. That time I was doing 66, and the traffic officer explained it was just over the 10% tolerance limit, so they only gave me a reminder. The lesson is that road conditions are crucial—taking curves or driving in the rain at 66 km/h increases the risk. I usually rely on my phone's navigation app for speed limit alerts, like Gaode Maps, which is quite accurate. Speedometers often have a 2-3 km/h error, and if your tire pressure is low, the speedometer overestimates—so 66 km/h might actually be 68! Don’t fully trust your dashboard. My advice is to drive a bit slower for peace of mind. As the old saying goes, it’s better to leave early than to rush. Keeping it between 55-60 km/h is the safest and most fuel-efficient. A friend of mine got fined and had points deducted, leading to higher insurance premiums—deep regrets. We drivers need to stay vigilant.
