Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan charged over driving against traffic in Wan Chai

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Leopold Chen,Jess MaMarch 5, 2026 at 12:14 PM

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Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan has been charged with careless driving after being filmed driving against traffic on Jaffe Road in Wan Chai on January 23. The incident occurred when Chan allegedly drove a black Tesla limousine in the wrong direction of traffic to reach a meeting at the Everbright Centre. Chan confirmed she was behind the wheel and claimed she intended to park in a visitor space. She will attend a hearing at the Eastern Magistrates' Court next Monday, along with her legal representative. The charge is related to careless driving on Jaffe Road. Chan has declined to comment further on the matter.

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