Can You Ignore the Red Light in a Right-Turn Only Lane?

[StKennedy]

You should pay attention. The specific conditions at each intersection vary, and it's necessary to consider the road layout and traffic light settings at the intersection. Here are the details: First, determine whether the red light is specifically for right turns: if it is a right-turn-only light, you must stop and wait for the green light before proceeding. According to traffic regulations, right-turning vehicles at intersections without a dedicated right-turn signal can make a right turn after yielding to vehicles from other directions and ensuring pedestrian safety. However, if there is a dedicated right-turn signal at the intersection, you must follow its instructions. At intersections with an early right-turn option: generally, observe oncoming traffic and proceed with the right turn as appropriate. If there is a dedicated right-turn lane with an early turn option, you do not need to watch the traffic lights at the opposite intersection, especially the right-turn red light, because this red light is intended for vehicles that do not take the early right-turn option but proceed straight to the intersection before turning right. At early right-turn intersections, pay attention to the small traffic lights and check whether there is a stop line in the right-turn lane. If there are traffic lights and a stop line, you must follow the signal instructions to proceed.