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NO RIGHT TURN

ColorWhite with red circle
ShapeSquare
FamilyRegulatory
Where you see itIntersections where a right turn conflicts with traffic or pedestrians

What it means

Right turns are prohibited here. Often posted where a right turn would cross a busy crosswalk, a bike lane, or enter a one-way street against its flow.

What you should do

Continue straight and take the next legal right. Watch for it before committing to the turn lane.

Memory trick

Slash over the right arrow = the right door is locked.

The mistake drivers make

Seeing only the green light and missing the sign beside it. A green light does not override a posted turn ban.

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