Will turning left into the wrong lane and driving against traffic be captured by electronic surveillance?
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Accidentally turning left into an oncoming lane is highly likely to be captured by electronic surveillance. If caught, corresponding administrative penalties will be imposed: According to legal regulations, the penalty for driving against traffic is a deduction of 3 points on the driver's license, along with a warning or fine. If the driver is caught driving against traffic on a highway, they will be fined 200 yuan and have 12 points deducted from their license. Determining liability in accidents caused by driving against traffic: The vehicle driving against traffic should bear primary responsibility. Driving against traffic is a violation of traffic rules and is often the main cause of accidents, hence the primary liability. However, the final determination is subject to the traffic police department's judgment. Legal basis: According to Article 90 of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China: If a motor vehicle driver violates the road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding road traffic rules, they shall be given a warning or fined. If there are other provisions in this law, the penalties shall be imposed in accordance with those provisions. Point deduction is based on the Provisions on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses (Order No. 123 of the Ministry of Public Security): Failing to overtake or yield as required, or driving against traffic, will result in a deduction of 3 points per violation.
To be honest, driving like this is quite dangerous, and the electronic surveillance cameras might indeed capture it. Driving in the wrong direction is a major violation in the first place. I often see cameras installed at the corners of intersections specifically to catch such mistakes. If there are monitoring devices in the lane, they rely on sensors to detect the direction of vehicles. Once a wrong-way drive is detected, the alarm system is triggered and automatically takes photos for evidence. The consequences of being caught are not light—fines can be several hundred dollars, and points may be deducted, affecting insurance costs. I always remind myself to check road signs and lane markings carefully before turning, so as not to get distracted and take the wrong lane. Safety comes first. If you realize you’ve taken the wrong lane, stop immediately to turn around or ask the police for help—don’t risk driving forward. I’d recommend checking the map to familiarize yourself with the route before heading out, and installing a navigation system in the car to avoid confusion. These small details can greatly reduce mistakes.
