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Originally Posted by Fenster
I disagree. Think it through. And reread the handbook. If you go from the left lane into the right lane, where the opposing car wants to go, you create a dangerous condition. Even if the law is vague, you are encroaching upon the other driver’s lane.
Also, to go from one lane (left) to another (right), you have to signal your lane change. There is a required distance for you to give notice (varies by state).
Depending on the timing, you are probably cutting the other driver off.
My advice: don’t do it. Saying that you’re acting legally (probably not) doesn’t make it safe.
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Disagree all you want. The law is
not vague, it is quite specific. Turning right on a red light requires that you stop, look and make certain that the intersection is clear of oncoming traffic before proceeding. Many people from other states come here and make this and other mistakes. If an accident had occurred, the right turner would have cited for failure to yield. Remember the old saying, "when in Rome, do as the Romans do". Same principle. When in Florida.....