Can You Make a U-Turn Over White Dashed Lines?

[VanKaden]

White dashed lines allow for U-turns, provided there are no signs prohibiting U-turns or left turns, or dedicated U-turn traffic signals. Vehicles can make a U-turn without interfering with normal traffic flow and ensuring safety. Permissible U-turn scenarios: Intersections with U-turn signs: If there is a clear U-turn sign at an intersection, a U-turn is permitted. If there is a U-turn traffic signal, follow its instructions. In the absence of a signal, make a U-turn based on the specific situation, ensuring it does not obstruct other vehicles or pedestrians. Intersections without explicit U-turn or left-turn prohibition signs: If there are no signs explicitly prohibiting U-turns, a U-turn is allowed. "No explicit prohibition" means the intersection lacks signs like "No U-turn," "No Left Turn," or a solid center line, in which case a U-turn can be safely made. Yellow grid lines also permit U-turns: Yellow grid lines are no-parking zones marked at intersections prone to congestion due to temporary stops, important facility entrances, or other designated areas. Stopping on these lines (including waiting at traffic lights) is a violation. While parking is prohibited in yellow grid zones, U-turns are allowed unless there is a central barrier. Yellow grid lines without barriers are equivalent to "U-turn permitted." Intersections with U-turn signals: This is straightforward—if there is a U-turn signal, wait for the green light to proceed. Simultaneous "No Left Turn" and "U-turn Permitted" signs: U-turns are allowed even if left turns are prohibited, but "No U-turn" does not mean "No Left Turn." Precautions when making U-turns at intersections: Check road markings—solid lines prohibit U-turns under any circumstances. Continue driving to find a suitable spot. If there is a "No Left Turn" sign, even without a "No U-turn" sign, U-turns are not allowed at that intersection because U-turns inherently involve a left turn. U-turns must be made from the innermost left-turn lane. If you are in the second left-turn lane, a U-turn is not permitted at that intersection. Always yield to straight-moving vehicles. Only proceed with a U-turn if it does not disrupt their flow; otherwise, you bear full liability for any accidents. Near intersection stop lines, lanes often have guiding arrows. Not all leftmost lanes have left-turn arrows—some may have straight arrows. Even without explicit "No U-turn" signs, U-turns are prohibited in such lanes. U-turns must not be made on crosswalks, as this is also a traffic violation.