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89 Right turn signs
Rule 89(1) amended by S.R. No. 135/2021 rule 33.
(1) If there is a right turn only sign at an intersection, a driver must turn right at the intersection.
For the meaning of right, see rule 351(2).
Rule 89(2) amended by S.R. No. 135/2021 rule 33.
(2) If there is a right lane must turn right sign at an intersection, a driver who is in the right marked lane when entering the intersection must turn right at the intersection.
turn right does not include make a U-turn.
U-turn is defined in the dictionary.
| Right turn only sign | Right lane must turn right sign |
There are a number of other permitted versions of the right turn only sign—see the diagram in Schedule 3.
Rule 90 amended by S.R. No. 135/2021 rule 34.