Will reversing at an intersection result in demerit points?
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Reversing a motor vehicle at an intersection is equivalent to driving against the traffic flow, which includes illegal overtaking and driving in the wrong direction on urban roads. This offense is subject to a fine, a 3-month suspension of the driver's license, and 6 demerit points. If a motor vehicle reverses, drives in the wrong direction, or makes a U-turn across the central divider on a highway, it will result in an immediate deduction of 12 demerit points. Below is an extended introduction: Legal provisions: According to Article 50, Section 2, Chapter 4 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," when reversing a motor vehicle, the driver must observe the situation behind the vehicle and confirm safety before reversing. Reversing is prohibited at railway crossings, intersections, one-way roads, bridges, sharp curves, steep slopes, or tunnels.