No U-Turn Sign
U-turns are prohibited at this location
What to do
Do not make a U-turn. Continue to next legal turning point.
Tips
Common at intersections where U-turns would block traffic or be unsafe.
Test yourself
You see this sign while driving. What do you have to do?
Show the answer
Do not make a U-turn. Continue to next legal turning point.
Common mistake
Making illegal U-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 prohibits:
- A. U-turns at this location
- B. Left turns only
- C. Any turn
- D. Three-point turns
Show answer
A. U-turns at this location — A No U-Turn sign prohibits making a U-turn at that location. If you need to reverse direction, continue to a legal location such as a parking lot or the next intersection.
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 U-Turn Sign mean?
U-turns are prohibited at this location
What should you do at a No U-Turn Sign?
Do not make a U-turn. Continue to next legal turning point.
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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