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Stopped before turning right on red (CA)
Legal basis
VC 21453(c) permits a right turn on red after a complete stop, provided cross-traffic and pedestrians are clear.
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I came to a complete stop, verified that cross-traffic and pedestrians were clear, then executed the turn. Dashcam footage may be requested. The statutory elements of VC 21453(c) were satisfied.
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