CVC 21454: Traffic Signals.

California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 21454 covers regulations related to traffic signals, specifically the responsibilities and actions of drivers at traffic signals. It addresses how drivers must respond when approaching and encountering different aspects of traffic signals. Here's an explanation of CVC 21454:

CVC 21454 - Traffic Signals:

1. Approach to Signals (Subsection (a)):

   • Subsection (a) of CVC 21454 establishes that drivers approaching a traffic signal showing a steady circular red signal must come to a complete stop at a marked limit line, crosswalk, or before entering the intersection if there is no marked line. Drivers are required to remain stopped until the signal changes to a green or green arrow or until they are allowed to proceed by a traffic officer.

2. Right Turn on Red (Subsection (b)):

   • Subsection (b) allows drivers to make a right turn at a red signal after coming to a complete stop, unless posted signs or signals specifically prohibit right turns on red at that intersection. Before making a right turn on red, drivers must yield the right-of-way to all other traffic and pedestrians in or approaching the intersection.

3. Left Turn on Red (Subsection (c)):

   • Subsection (c) permits drivers to make a left turn at a red signal when turning from a one-way street onto another one-way street, unless prohibited by posted signs or signals. As with right turns on red, drivers must first come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way to all other traffic and pedestrians.

4. Left Turn on Red from Two-Way to Two-Way (Subsection (d)):

   • Subsection (d) allows drivers to make a left turn at a red signal when turning from a two-way street onto another two-way street, unless prohibited by posted signs or signals. The same requirements for coming to a complete stop and yielding the right-of-way apply.

5. Right Turn on Red Arrow (Subsection (e)):

   • Subsection (e) specifies that drivers are allowed to make a right turn when facing a red arrow signal, provided there is no sign prohibiting the turn. Drivers must yield to all other traffic and pedestrians and proceed with caution.

6. Penalties for Violation (Subsection (f)):

   • Violating CVC 21454, such as failing to stop at a red signal or making a prohibited turn on red, can result in traffic citations, fines, and potential points on your driver's license, depending on the extent of the violation.