Will parking in a yellow-framed parking space be penalized?
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Parking in a yellow-framed parking space will be penalized. Here are the specific details: 1. Grid lines: Yellow grid lines on the road indicate that all vehicles are strictly prohibited from parking for long or short periods to prevent traffic congestion. If there is a vehicle stopped ahead of the yellow grid lines, the following vehicle must wait outside the yellow grid lines. When there is sufficient space ahead of the yellow grid lines for the vehicle to stop, it may proceed past the yellow grid lines. Yellow grid lines are marked in front of important state institutions, military facilities, large enterprises, schools, and public transportation hubs to ensure that vehicles can enter and exit without being blocked by congested traffic at the entrance. The grid lines are yellow, and parking within them is prohibited. 2. Regulations: Article 90 of the 'Road Traffic Safety Law' stipulates that when encountering a queue of parked or slowly moving vehicles ahead, drivers must wait outside crosswalks or grid line areas.
Yellow-marked parking spaces are usually no-parking zones, such as near bus stops or loading areas. I've seen many people parking there illegally while driving, only to be fined 200 yuan. These areas are painted yellow to remind everyone not to park, so as not to block buses picking up or dropping off passengers or emergency vehicles. I often drive in the city and notice that traffic police patrol these areas frequently, using cameras to monitor them—parking there will get you ticketed immediately. Before parking, it's advisable to check the surrounding traffic signs carefully and not rely solely on map apps. If you're unsure, it's safer to find a legitimate paid parking spot. Developing good habits can save you a lot on fines—keeping you both safe and financially sound.
