Hanoi Truck Red Light Violations: Fines and Dangers

“Honk, honk…” Horns blared at the busy Hang Bai – Ly Thuong Kiet intersection. A Hyundai truck, license plate 29C, loaded with goods, blatantly ran a red light, nearly colliding with a Honda CRV making a right turn. The incident caused a traffic jam and frightened pedestrians. Tuan, a witness, shook his head in dismay: “Running red lights is becoming increasingly common, disregarding the danger to oneself and others. Stricter penalties are needed as a deterrent.”

Truck running a red light

Red Light Running in Hanoi: A Problem That Needs Solving

Running a red light is a serious traffic violation with a high risk of accidents. For cars, especially heavy trucks, this is even more dangerous, as even a small mistake can have devastating consequences.

Hefty Fines

According to Decree 100/2019/ND-CP, running a red light in Hanoi carries heavy penalties:

• Fines from 4-6 million VND: For cars and trucks under 3.5 tons.
• Fines from 6-8 million VND: For trucks over 3.5 tons and passenger vehicles with 9 seats or more.

In addition, drivers will have their driver’s license suspended for 1-3 months.

Accident Risks

Trucks are often large, heavy, have large blind spots, and require longer braking distances than other vehicles. When running a red light, trucks are difficult to control, increasing the risk of serious accidents, even fatalities.

Impact on Feng Shui

According to Vietnamese folk beliefs, running a red light and causing an accident negatively impacts feng shui, bringing bad luck to the vehicle owner and their family.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is running a red light when directed by a traffic officer still a violation?

Yes. If traffic signals and a traffic officer’s directions conflict, drivers must obey the traffic officer.

What to do if a traffic officer issues a ticket for running a red light?

Remain calm, cooperate with the traffic officer, and provide all necessary documentation.

Traffic officer issuing a ticket

A Driver’s “Safety Charm” – Safe Driving Practices

To avoid running red lights and unnecessary risks, drivers should:

• Increase awareness: Always obey traffic laws and stop at red lights.
• Maintain a safe distance: Especially when driving near trucks, maintain a safe following distance to react to unexpected situations.
• Install a dashcam: This records your journey and provides evidence in case of disputes.

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