No Right Turn Sign
Right turns are prohibited at this location
What to do
Do not turn right. Continue straight or turn left if permitted.
Tips
Common where right turns would conflict with pedestrians or other traffic.
Test yourself
You see this sign while driving. What do you have to do?
Show the answer
Do not turn right. Continue straight or turn left if permitted.
Common mistake
Making prohibited right turn
About regulatory signs
Regulatory signs are usually white rectangles with black or red markings, and they carry the force of law — speed limits, turn restrictions, right-of-way. Ignoring one is a traffic violation. The written test regularly checks whether you know exactly what a regulatory sign requires you to do.
Practice questions about this sign
This sign means:
- A. Right turns are permitted on red
- B. You may not turn right at this location
- C. Yield before turning right
- D. Turn right only when signaled
Show answer
B. You may not turn right at this location — A No Right Turn sign prohibits right turns at that intersection. Continue straight and find the next legal location to make your turn.
Universal rule · checked against MUTCD 11th Edition, Part 2 — Signs (General) — Traffic Signs — General · verified 2026-08-01
Frequently asked questions
What does the No Right Turn Sign mean?
Right turns are prohibited at this location
What should you do at a No Right Turn Sign?
Do not turn right. Continue straight or turn left if permitted.
Reference standard: Federal Highway Administration Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices ↗. State and local agencies may add rules or operating times, so follow the complete posted sign where you drive. How DMV Prep sources content.
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