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Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan fined HK$2,000 for driving against traffic

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Brian WongMarch 9, 2026 at 09:45 AM
Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan fined HK$2,000 for driving against traffic
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Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan Kapui was fined HK$2,000 and suspended from driving for one month after pleading guilty to careless driving. The incident occurred earlier this year in Wan Chai, where Chan drove against traffic. Eastern Court Magistrate David Ko Wai-hung issued the sentence on Monday, noting Chan's prior record of eight minor traffic offenses. Chan expressed regret for her actions and stated she would accept the legal consequences. Despite her driving experience, the magistrate emphasized the seriousness of driving in the wrong direction, regardless of the reason.

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