New Rule for Shenzhen Traffic Aims to Decrease Accidents

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The new rule, which aims to decrease traffic accidents, requires motorists to slow down to a stop when pedestrians are seeking to cross junctions. A fine of 500 yuan (US$79) each for not giving way to pedestrians at intersections without traffic lights.

The rule also forbids pedestrians to walk across the street when there is a footbridge or an underground tunnel within 50 meters. Riders of bicycles and e-bikes who illegally use vehicle lanes will also be fined.

Until the end of February, 1,000 police officers will be on roads to check for the violations.

Pedestrians who cross the street against red lights will be fined 100 yuan and those who climb road fences to cross the road will be fined 200 yuan. Pedal bikes and e-bikes are not allowed to carry passengers. But those with fixed seats can carry one child below 120 centimeters.

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Source: Shenzhen Daily