Will I Get Points Deducted for Making a U-Turn in the Right Lane?

[MelanieAnn]

Making a U-turn in the right lane is a traffic violation. Whether points will be deducted depends on whether the act is recorded by electronic surveillance or traffic police. If recorded, points will be deducted. Violations related to U-turns: Mixed lanes have two types: straight and right-turn, or straight and left-turn (including U-turns). If there is no blue triangular U-turn sign, it constitutes a violation. Blue indicates permission, while red indicates prohibition. Overview of traffic violations: Traffic violations refer to motor vehicle actions that contravene the Road Traffic Safety Law and traffic regulations. Public security traffic management departments and their traffic police should promptly correct road traffic safety violations. Penalties for road traffic safety violations should be imposed based on facts and relevant provisions of the law.

[NatalieFitz]

I've had similar confusion before. I remember when I first started driving, I was in a hurry and made a U-turn directly from the right lane, only to be caught by a traffic camera. Later, I received a ticket and realized it was a traffic violation. Traffic regulations stipulate that U-turns must be made from the leftmost lane unless there are special signs permitting U-turns from the right lane. Normally, making a U-turn from the right lane will result in 3 penalty points and a fine of 200 yuan, as it disrupts normal traffic order and may even cause side-swipe accidents. Now, I always observe road signs in advance—usually, the turning arrows and stop lines are very clear. If I'm unsure about a particular intersection, I'd rather take a detour. Developing the good habit of changing lanes early is crucial, as safety is always the top priority.

[Camila]

Having driven for over a decade, I've witnessed numerous cases where drivers suffered consequences from making U-turns in the right lane. Once, a friend suddenly made a U-turn from the right-turn lane on a four-lane bidirectional road, not only receiving a fine and penalty points but also nearly causing a serious accident. This is absolutely a traffic violation. The penalty standards vary slightly by region but generally involve a 3-point deduction and a fine of 150-200 yuan. The key is to observe the actual setup of the intersection. For instance, some intersections have a combined right-turn and U-turn arrow, in which case a U-turn is permitted. However, a regular right-turn lane only allows right turns, and making a U-turn there would disrupt the normal flow of right-turning vehicles. I advise everyone to plan their routes in advance and exercise extra caution at unfamiliar intersections, avoiding the rush to save that minute or two.

[ElizabethAnn]

According to traffic regulations, making a U-turn from the right lane without dedicated U-turn lanes or special signs constitutes the violation of driving in non-compliant lanes. This can lead to three major issues: firstly, it violates the right-of-way of right-turning vehicles and easily causes collisions; secondly, it can create traffic confusion at signalized intersections; thirdly, it increases safety hazards in non-motorized vehicle lanes. The typical penalty is 3 demerit points and a fine ranging from 100 to 200 yuan. It is worth noting that some special intersections may have right-turn lanes that also allow U-turns, with corresponding markings on the road. Drivers should familiarize themselves with the meanings of traffic signs, reduce speed, and observe the road environment before making a U-turn.