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Is It Legal to Turn Left On A Red Light In New York State? Yes It Is!
Would you be able to pass the New York State Driver's Test today? I have had my license for 40 years and I'd like to think I know the rules of the road and would pass with flying colors. One question stumped me recently and I wonder how many would answer this correctly. Here are a couple to get you warmed up.
- See a red octagon shaped sign with the word STOP, what do you do? STOP! Easy
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- Can you turn LEFT on red in New York State? This is the one that got me. What would you answer?
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Can you turn left on red in New York State? The answer is YES, but not every time. According to the New York Department of Motor Vehicles, There are a few basic rules when it comes to a red traffic light. Here are some:
- Stop at a every steady red light.
- Turn RIGHT on red after coming to a complete stop and making sure it's clear to go.
- Treat a flashing red light as if it were a stop sign.
All of these make sense but what about turning LEFT on red?
The DMV confirms that you can make a left turn at a steady red light. If you are driving down a one-way street and you come to an intersection with another one-way street crossing in front of you, you can turn left on red. Stop, look and, if all is clear, go.
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