Is it a violation to go straight in a tidal flow left-turn lane?
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Going straight in a tidal flow left-turn lane is a traffic violation. Here are the details: Legal provisions: On a four-lane road with two left-turn lanes, proceeding straight from the second lane (from left to right) constitutes a violation, classified as failing to drive in the designated lane. Article 50 of the Traffic Safety Implementation Regulations stipulates: At intersections with marked directional lanes, vehicles must enter the appropriate lane based on their intended direction of travel. Violations are subject to fines and a 2-point deduction under traffic regulations. Failing to drive in the designated lane primarily manifests in three types of violations: 1) Going straight while using a left-turn lane; 2) Turning left while using a straight lane; 3) Making arbitrary right turns from either left-turn or straight lanes.