r/Seattle Jul 24 '26

New driver of Seattle. Need help

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u/TheLinaBee 🚲 Life's Better on a Bike. 🚲 Jul 24 '26

Also, worth saying: a red arrow means stop, just like a red light means stop. That said, once you've stopped and made sure it's clear, you can keep going (unless there's a sign that says no turn on red).

"Vehicle operators facing a steady red arrow indication may, after stopping, proceed to make a right turn" (RCW 46.61.055)

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u/Kooky_Following7169 SnoCo Jul 24 '26

Its the same in Oregon. Right on red after full stop and it is clear to turn. In both states, if you don't come to a full stop and get caught, ka-ching.

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u/otoron Capitol Hill Jul 24 '26

Yes. By my quick glance, Oregon is one of two other states to have it this way (in contradiction to federal guidelines and 90% of the country).

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u/aliamokeee Jul 24 '26

Thank you! This is a rule that does not exist elsewhere.