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No Turns: What It Means & What To Do

No Turns (R3-3) - rectangle (vertical) white with black/red regulatory sign: All turns are prohibited at this location
MUTCD CodeR3-3
CategoryRegulatory Signs
ShapeRectangle (vertical)
ColorWhite with black/red

What Does the No Turns Mean?

All turns are prohibited at this location.

About This Sign

This sign tells drivers they cannot make any turns - left, right, or U-turn. It is posted where turning movements would create safety hazards or traffic conflicts.

Commonly Confused With

No U-Turn (R3-4) - rectangle (vertical) white with black/red regulatory sign: U-turns are not permitted at this location

No U-Turn

R3-4

Other Regulatory Signs

Stop Sign (R1-1) - octagon red with white regulatory sign: Come to a complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk

Stop Sign

R1-1

Yield Sign (R1-2) - triangle (inverted) red and white regulatory sign: Slow down and be prepared to stop

Yield Sign

R1-2

Stop for Pedestrians in Crosswalk (R1-5b) - rectangle (vertical) white with black/red regulatory sign: Stop for pedestrians within the crosswalk

Stop for Pedestrians in Crosswalk

R1-5b

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the No Turns mean?

All turns are prohibited at this location.

What shape and color is the No Turns?

The No Turns uses the Rectangle (vertical) shape and White with black/red coloring.

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