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TURN SIGNAL USE

The purpose of this FAQ is to inform and educate the general public on the laws pertaining to proper turning movements and required signals within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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General Rule:  Upon a roadway no person shall turn a vehicle or move from one traffic lane to another or enter the traffic stream from a parked position unless and until the movement can be made with reasonable safety nor without giving an appropriate signal.

 

At speeds of less than 35 miles per hour, an appropriate signal of intention to turn right or left shall be given continuously during not less than the last 100 feet traveled by the vehicle before turning.  The signal shall be given during not less than the last 300 feet at speeds in excess of 35 miles per hour.  The signal shall also be given prior to entry of the vehicle into the traffic stream from a parked position.

 

Turn signals shall be discontinued immediately after completing the turn or movement from one traffic lane to another traffic lane.

 

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