Can you turn right at a red light without a right-turn arrow on the road?
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There are three scenarios where vehicles can turn right at a red light, as detailed below: Circular traffic light: If the circular traffic light at an intersection turns red, vehicles in the right-turn lane can proceed to turn right. However, you must ensure not to interfere with other vehicles, as well as pedestrians and vehicles on the road behind and to the right. Arrow-shaped right-turn indicator: If you encounter an arrow-shaped right-turn signal at a crossroad, you cannot turn right when the red arrow is lit. Turning right under these conditions will be considered running a red light. Circular red light with an additional sign: At some intersections with complex road conditions, you may find a sign above the traffic light indicating whether right turns are allowed during a red light. If the sign says "Right Turn on Red," then you may turn right. If it says "No Right Turn on Red," you must wait for the green light before turning; otherwise, it will be considered running a red light. Laws and regulations: According to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," motor vehicle traffic signals and non-motor vehicle traffic signals indicate: When the green light is on, vehicles are permitted to proceed, but turning vehicles must not obstruct the passage of straight-moving vehicles or pedestrians. When the yellow light is on, vehicles that have already crossed the stop line may continue to proceed. When the red light is on, vehicles are prohibited from proceeding. At intersections without non-motor vehicle or pedestrian crossing signals, non-motor vehicles and pedestrians should follow the motor vehicle traffic signals. When the red light is on, right-turning vehicles may proceed if they do not obstruct the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians. According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law," the regulations on traffic lights are as follows: Article 25, Paragraph 2 states that traffic signals include traffic lights, traffic signs, traffic markings, and the directions of traffic police. Article 26 states that traffic lights consist of red, green, and yellow lights. A red light indicates prohibition, a green light indicates permission, and a yellow light indicates a warning. Article 38 states that vehicles and pedestrians should follow traffic signals. In the presence of traffic police directing traffic, they should follow the directions of the traffic police. On roads without traffic signals, they should proceed under the principles of safety and smooth traffic flow. Article 62 states that pedestrians should use crosswalks or pedestrian facilities when crossing intersections or roads. At signalized crosswalks, they should follow the traffic signals. When crossing intersections without traffic signals or crosswalks, or when crossing roads without pedestrian facilities, they should proceed only after confirming safety. Article 89 states that pedestrians, passengers, or non-motor vehicle drivers who violate road traffic safety laws or regulations regarding road passage will be given a warning or fined between 5 and 50 yuan. Non-motor vehicle drivers who refuse to pay the fine may have their vehicles impounded. Driving a motor vehicle in violation of traffic signals will result in a 6-point penalty. Precautions for right turns: Observe straight-moving vehicles on the left: When turning right, you must check both the right and left sides for oncoming vehicles. Watch for left-turning vehicles from the opposite direction: In addition to observing straight-moving vehicles, you should also check for left-turning vehicles from the opposite direction. When turning right, yield to vehicles on the left, whether they are turning left or going straight. Watch for pedestrians: When turning right, besides the crosswalk in front of the intersection, there may also be a crosswalk at the corner. Always check for pedestrians on the crosswalk before turning right.
