Will I be fined for running a red light as directed by the traffic police?

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According to the Road Traffic Law 2024, effective from January 1, 2025, there is no penalty for running a red light when instructed by traffic police.

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Tried to run a red light but "didn't expect the traffic police to be so aggressive"

Tô Thế |

The driver was fined 4-6 million VND for running a red light. He explained that he was in a hurry and did not expect the traffic police to handle the situation so harshly.

Motorbikes crowded on the sidewalk despite being fined for running a red light

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Tạ Quang |

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