Will stopping briefly in a no-parking zone result in demerit points?

[LeCameron]

You will be fined if stopped for more than five minutes, but no demerit points will be deducted. Here is more relevant information: Electronic system for capturing illegal parking: Currently, the working procedure of electronic police capturing illegal parking is that when a vehicle enters a no-parking zone, the electronic police will automatically take a photo. If the vehicle leaves within 3 minutes, this photo will be automatically deleted. However, if the vehicle remains parked illegally for more than 5 minutes, the electronic police will take a second photo and upload it to the system simultaneously. The vehicle will then be penalized for illegal parking, but no demerit points will be recorded. Only when both photos are uploaded will they be transmitted to the penalty system. Penalty for illegal parking: For violations of road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding motor vehicle parking or temporary stopping, the authorities may point out the illegal act, issue a verbal warning, and order the vehicle to leave immediately.

[GavinDella]

I've been driving for fifteen years and never dare to park in no-stopping zones. A colleague of mine didn’t believe it and parked for just two minutes to drop off a document. The electronic eye caught him instantly, resulting in a 3-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine. The traffic police system has been upgraded—even if you stop for just ten seconds to pick up or drop off passengers, as long as the car remains stationary for over five seconds, the camera will automatically detect it. A special reminder: some roads don’t even have temporary parking lanes, so don’t even think about pulling over briefly. If you really have an urgent matter, it’s safer to find a corner at an intersection or drive to the next block to park, avoiding fines altogether.

[VonAdriel]

No parking signs are strictly enforced with advanced surveillance technology. Last week, I witnessed a car stopping in a school no-parking zone for just 30 seconds - before its roof alarm even finished flashing, the traffic officer's PDA received the violation alert. According to Article 89 of Road Traffic Law, parking in prohibited areas (marked by lines) constitutes illegal parking regardless of duration, uniformly penalized by 3 points nationwide. Special zones like schools and hospitals face stricter penalties. I recommend checking nearby parking lots via mobile maps beforehand - I always make it a habit to circle an extra 500 meters for legal parking spaces.

[SanHeidi]

Last time at the highway service area, a traffic police officer shared a case where parking in a no-stopping zone along the entire stretch could result in a fine even if no one gets out of the car. Some cities use sonar detection technology, triggering an alarm if the car is turned off for 20 seconds. On regular roads, it's a 3-point deduction plus a 200 yuan fine, while on highways, it's more severe with a 6-point deduction. Special attention should be paid to areas with solid yellow lines, as they are absolute no-parking zones. For temporary pick-ups, it's best to use the 'person waits for car' approach, having your companion wait at the nearest bus stop. If you really need to pause briefly, remember to turn on your hazard lights, don't turn off the engine, and move the vehicle within 10 seconds.