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Official United States No Turn on Red with Arrow Road Sign

Federal MUTCD Specifications

Standard Code
R10-11c
Sign Category
Regulatory
Shape
Vertical Rectangle
Color Scheme
White with Red Ball and Directional Arrow

Regulatory Road Sign (R10-11c)

No Turn on Red with Arrow Sign Meaning & Driving Rules

Symbolic sign prohibiting turns in the specified direction while the signal displays a red light.

Required Driver Action & Right-of-Way Protocol

Remain stopped behind the crosswalk until the traffic signal turns green.

Detailed Overview & Purpose

The No Turn on Red with Arrow sign (R10-11c) provides visual symbol reinforcement that turns in the direction of the arrow are prohibited during red signal phases.

Key Standard & Origin: The visual red circle and arrow format is recognized universally by international motorists.

Where You'll Find This Sign

Signalized urban intersections and highway off-ramp terminals.

Common Driver Mistakes to Avoid

Creeping past the crosswalk while waiting for the green light.

How This Sign Appears on the DMV Knowledge & Road Test

Tests traffic signal symbol comprehension.

Legal Penalties and Moving Violations

Red light moving violation citations apply.

DMV Knowledge Check

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