New Red Light Right Turn Restrictions in Los Angeles and Other California Cities
Starting in 2024, several cities across California—including Los Angeles—have introduced or are planning to introduce new restrictions on making right turns at red traffic lights. These changes are aimed at improving pedestrian safety, reducing accidents, and supporting local Vision Zero initiatives to eliminate traffic-related deaths. Here’s a breakdown of what drivers should know about these new regulations and how they might impact daily commutes.
Why Are These Restrictions Being Introduced?
Right turns on red have long been allowed in most parts of California unless explicitly prohibited by signs. However, in recent years, concerns have grown over the safety risks posed to pedestrians and cyclists at intersections where drivers make right turns on red lights without yielding prop...