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Can drivers turn right on red arrows?
Issue: A reader wrote to me about the intersection of Capitol Drive and Barker Road. She wants to know if it is legal to turn right when there is a red turn arrow. She explained that she usually waits for it to turn green but frequently gets honked at while waiting.
Status: Town of Brookfield Police Capt. Tim Imler said it is legal to turn right when the arrow is red at that intersection. He has gotten a few calls about that intersection and thinks the arrow might confuse some people.
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4 COMMENTS
DonMoney - Dec 20, 2011 5:27 PM - Report Abuse
Take that stupid thing down and sell it for scrap metal. >:(
Santas Elf - Dec 20, 2011 10:45 PM - Report Abuse
When the light marked 'right turn' is red, does the driver turning right remain stopped, or does she follow the 'Right Turn on Red Following a Full Stop' rule and proceed on after coming to a full stop? :o
That's somewhat confusing to visiting elves! :)
patpatpat1336 - Dec 25, 2011 2:53 PM - Report Abuse
Santas Elf - Dec 26, 2011 7:26 PM - Report Abuse