When can you turn left on a red light in Idaho?

In Idaho, you are permitted to turn left on a red light when you are turning from a one-way street onto another one-way street. This rule is an exception to the general prohibition against turning left on red, which is usually only allowed when turning from certain types of streets. The reasoning behind this allowance is that traffic patterns on one-way streets often permit such maneuvers without conflicting with the flow of traffic, as all vehicles are traveling in the same direction.

Understanding this rule is essential for safe driving and legal compliance. It’s also important to ensure that the road you are turning onto is clear of oncoming traffic or pedestrians, effectively maintaining safety while taking advantage of this legal out. Other options, such as turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street or solely relying on the clarity of the left turn lane, do not align with this specific allowance and may lead to misunderstandings about traffic regulations.