Do You Need to Look at Traffic Lights When Turning Right?
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When turning right, vehicles must observe the traffic lights. There are two types of traffic lights: circular traffic lights and arrow-shaped traffic lights. When making a right turn, if the traffic light is circular and there are no auxiliary signs prohibiting right turns on red, then you do not need to wait for the light to turn green to proceed with the right turn. If the traffic light is arrow-shaped, you cannot turn right when the right-turn arrow is red. You may only turn right when the right-turn arrow turns green; otherwise, you may be penalized for running a red light by law enforcement. Laws and Regulations: 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 specifies that traffic lights consist of red, green, and yellow lights. A red light indicates prohibition of passage, a green light indicates permission to proceed, and a yellow light serves as a warning. Article 38 requires that vehicles and pedestrians shall proceed according to traffic signals. In the presence of traffic police directing traffic, they shall follow the directions of the traffic police. On roads without traffic signals, they shall proceed under the principle of ensuring safety and smooth traffic flow. Article 62 states that pedestrians crossing intersections or roads shall use crosswalks or pedestrian facilities. When crossing at signalized crosswalks, they shall follow the traffic light signals. When crossing at intersections without traffic lights or crosswalks, or when crossing roads without pedestrian facilities, they shall proceed only after confirming safety. Article 89 stipulates that pedestrians, passengers, or non-motor vehicle drivers who violate road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding road passage shall be given a warning or fined between 5 and 50 yuan. Non-motor vehicle drivers who refuse to accept the fine may have their vehicles impounded. Driving a motor vehicle in violation of traffic light signals will result in a penalty of 6 demerit points. Right-Turn Precautions: Observe oncoming straight-moving vehicles: When turning right, you must check both the right and left sides for vehicle conditions. Watch for opposing left-turning vehicles: In addition to observing straight-moving vehicles, you should also check for any opposing left-turning vehicles. When turning right, always yield to vehicles coming from the left, whether they are turning left or going straight. Pay attention to pedestrians: When turning right, besides the crosswalks before the intersection, there may also be crosswalks at the corner. Always check for pedestrians on these crosswalks when making a right turn.
