In New York, turning right on red is permitted only if there is no sign prohibiting it and the way is clear; if a sign prohibits it, what should you do?

• A. Turn right anyway after signaling.
• B. Do not turn right; wait for a proper signal or green light.
• C. Turn left instead.
• D. Proceed straight through the intersection.

Answer: (B)

In New York, turning right on red is allowed only after a full stop if there is no sign prohibiting it and the way is clear of traffic and pedestrians. When a sign says no turn on red, that prohibition overrides the general rule. So you must not turn right on red; instead, you wait for a proper signal or green light and proceed only when it is safe, yielding to pedestrians and any oncoming traffic. The key idea is that signage governs the action, and a “No Turn on Red” sign means you must wait for a green signal before turning.