Will illegal parking of a car result in point deductions?
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Illegal parking of a car will result in point deductions, specifically: 1. Temporary parking not in accordance with regulations generally deducts 2 points, such as parking on the left side of the road in the direction of travel with the driver still in the vehicle, or parking at intersections, railway crossings, curves, or within 20 meters of these locations; 2. Parking in violation of parking regulations generally deducts 3 points, such as parking in no-parking zones or leaving the vehicle unattended in areas where temporary parking is allowed; 3. Parking not in accordance with regulations or failing to immediately move a malfunctioning vehicle, causing severe traffic congestion, generally deducts 6 points, such as parking in the roadway causing congestion behind or a malfunctioning vehicle in the roadway causing congestion behind.
I noticed many people worry about getting penalty points for illegal parking, which is worth discussing in detail. Under China's traffic regulations, illegal parking generally doesn't deduct driving points, mainly relying on fines—for example, a common fine of 200 yuan for urban illegal parking. However, in special cases, such as parking in fire lanes, highway emergency lanes, or blocking critical exits, traffic police may issue a ticket with an additional 1-point deduction. I remember last year when I was driving in Shenzhen for business, I was fined for illegal parking without points deducted; later, when I parked temporarily on the highway shoulder, I was recorded 1 point. It's recommended to download the Traffic Management 12123 app to check violation records in real time. When parking, prioritize legal parking spots and use navigation apps to locate parking areas. Although illegal parking seems minor, accumulating violations can affect car insurance costs and safety records. Always review local regulations, as rules vary significantly between cities—safe driving is the top priority.
