New Nebraska Law Prohibits Turning on Red Arrows

In response to severe road safety issues in the state, Nebraska authorities have implemented a strong, unexpected, and highly controversial measure. A new state statute prohibits drivers from making right or left turns when facing red arrow signals. The aim of this law is to enhance the safety of both drivers and pedestrians at intersections.

Thomas Shafer, Deputy Director of Transportation, highlighted the importance of this new regulation: “We urge all drivers to familiarize themselves with this new law and comply with it to improve the safety of our roads.” He further emphasized that “the prohibition of turning on red arrows is a crucial step in protecting drivers and pedestrians at busy intersections.”

According to Nebraska Revised Statute 60-6,123, drivers facing a solid red arrow must come to a complete stop before entering a pedestrian crosswalk or a stop line. The law stipulates that vehicles must remain stationary until a green or yellow arrow signal is displayed, at which point they may proceed with the turn.

This new regulation has sparked considerable debate among drivers and road safety experts, who are evaluating the measure’s impact on traffic flow and the reduction of accidents at intersections.