Will passing through a yellow traffic light result in penalty points?
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When the yellow light is on, vehicles that have already crossed the stop line may continue to proceed. According to the regulations of the Road Traffic Safety Law Implementation Ordinance, this does not constitute a traffic violation and no penalty points will be deducted. However, running a yellow light is also considered a traffic violation, with the same penalty standards as running a red light. The following are the indications for motor vehicle traffic signals and non-motor vehicle traffic signals: 1. Green light on: Vehicles are permitted to proceed, but turning vehicles must not impede the passage of through vehicles and pedestrians. 2. Yellow light on: Vehicles that have already crossed the stop line may continue to proceed. 3. Red light on: Vehicles are prohibited from proceeding; at intersections without non-motor vehicle traffic signals or pedestrian crossing signals, right-turning vehicles may proceed when the red light is on, provided they do not impede the passage of through vehicles and pedestrians.
Does driving through a yellow light result in penalty points? Let me share some driving experience. After driving for so many years, I've encountered countless yellow lights. The rule is this: a yellow light is a warning, not a red light; if you're already close to crossing the stop line when the yellow light comes on or slowing down too late would be dangerous, passing through normally usually doesn't incur penalty points. Last month in the city, I didn't rush and passed steadily during a yellow light—nothing happened. But if you speed up to rush through a yellow light and get caught by an electronic eye or a police officer, it might be treated as running a red light, with penalty points and fines unavoidable—my colleague got fined this way, really not worth it. The key is safe judgment: observe your speed and the distance to the car ahead in advance; if the yellow light comes on, slow down a bit and assess; stop if you should, pass calmly if you can't stop, don't be impatient. Rushing through lights can lead to rear-end collisions or hitting pedestrians; penalty points are minor, safety comes first, getting home safely is better than saving a few seconds. Everyone, be careful on the road.
