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Intrepyd asked in Cars & TransportationSafety · 1 decade ago

Turning right on red when a Yield sign is present?

I was issued a citation for "running a red light," because I did not come to a complete stop when turning right on red. I was in a right-turn-only lane, which becomes a new lane on the crossroad. The turn-only lane has a Yield sign posted. Does this not indicate that a full stop is not required?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    A yield sign indicates that you do not need to fully stop unless an obstacle is in the way. Therefore, it was completely legal for you to make this turn.

  • 1 decade ago

    I'd think the red light trumps the Yield sign, but that sounds like a crazy setup. maybe you should report it to the street/highway department. Still, you could try taking a photo of the intersection showing both the light and sign and see what the judge says.

  • 1 decade ago

    As long as you do not interfere with the traffic where you are merging, it is legal for you not to stop.

  • 1 decade ago

    You got burned! Hope you have the will to fight it, but the chances of winning are not good.

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