Bill > HB0164

This bill modifies Utah's traffic laws regarding left-turn right-of-way at intersections, specifically addressing situations where a vehicle is turning left and another vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction. The key change is that a left-turning vehicle operator is not required to yield the right-of-way to an approaching vehicle operator who fails to stop when legally required to do so by a stop sign or red traffic signal. This means that if the approaching vehicle does not properly stop at the intersection as mandated by traffic signals or signs, the left-turning vehicle can proceed without being considered at fault. The bill also explicitly grants law enforcement discretion to issue citations to either or both vehicle operators involved in such an incident. The new provisions aim to clarify liability in complex intersection scenarios where traffic rules are not uniformly followed. The amendment will take effect on May 7, 2025, providing clarity for drivers and potentially reducing ambiguity in determining fault in left-turn traffic incidents.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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