Can You Turn Left from a Straight Lane When Both Left Turn and Straight Are Green?

[AshlynLee]

You cannot turn left from a straight lane when both left turn and straight are green. If the straight lane does not have a left turn sign, you are not allowed to turn left even when the light is green. Precautions for making a left turn include: 1. Signal left in advance, check the traffic light to ensure it is green for left turns, and watch for any oncoming vehicles running a red light before turning left; 2. Stop and wait for the left turn when the light is red, then shift into first gear; 3. Pay attention to pedestrians when turning left. The functions of turn signals are: 1. To indicate the direction of the turn to pedestrians or other vehicles; 2. To signal the direction for overtaking or lane changing; 3. When both left and right turn signals are on simultaneously, it indicates an emergency situation to alert other vehicles.