Wyoming’s right turn on red law remains consistent with previous years, with no major changes for 2025. Below is a comprehensive summary of the rule and its practical application:
Key Provisions
- Right Turn on Red Allowed: In Wyoming, drivers are permitted to make a right turn at a red light after coming to a complete stop, unless a posted sign specifically prohibits such a turn.
- Complete Stop Required: Before turning, the driver must come to a full stop at the marked stop line, before entering the crosswalk, or, if neither is present, before entering the intersection.
- Yielding Obligations: Drivers must yield the right-of-way to:
- Pedestrians lawfully within an adjacent crosswalk
- Other vehicles lawfully using the intersection
- Left Turn on Red (Special Case): Wyoming also allows a left turn on red, but only from a one-way street onto another one-way street, after a complete stop and when not prohibited by signage.
Situations Where Right Turn on Red is Prohibited
- Posted Signs: If there is a sign stating “No Turn on Red,” the maneuver is not allowed.
- Red Arrow: When facing a steady red arrow, drivers may not make the movement indicated by the arrow unless otherwise permitted by an accompanying signal or signage.
Safety and Enforcement
- Cautious Entry: Even when a right turn on red is allowed, drivers must proceed with caution and only when it is safe to do so.
- Violations: Failing to stop or yield as required can result in a traffic citation, which is generally treated as a misdemeanor and may result in a fine.
Table
| Rule | Allowed? | Conditions/Exceptions |
|---|---|---|
| Right turn on red | Yes | Stop first; yield to pedestrians/traffic; not if signed otherwise |
| Left turn on red (1-way to 1-way) | Yes | Stop first; only from one-way to one-way; not if signed otherwise |
| Right turn on red arrow | No | Unless permitted by another signal |
| Proceed without stopping | No | Complete stop always required |
2025 Update Status
- As of the latest available legal updates (January 2024), there have been no significant changes to Wyoming’s right turn on red rule for 2025.
- Drivers should always check for local signage and remain attentive to any municipal ordinances that may impose stricter rules at specific intersections.
Wyoming law continues to allow right turns on red after a complete stop, provided there is no sign prohibiting the turn and all right-of-way rules are followed. This approach aligns with most states’ practices and emphasizes both safety and clarity for drivers.
If you’re interested in how this compares to other states or want to know about any future legislative changes, monitoring the Wyoming Department of Transportation or state legislature announcements is recommended.
Sources
- https://codes.findlaw.com/wy/title-31-motor-vehicles/wy-st-sect-31-5-403/
- https://law.justia.com/codes/wyoming/title-31/chapter-5/article-4/section-31-5-403/
- https://www.drivinglaws.org/resources/wyoming-red-light-stop-sign-tickets.html
- https://collincountymagazine.com/2025/06/06/wyoming-traffic-rule-2025-update-understanding-the-right-turn-on-red-rule/
- https://www.instagram.com/daynowannie/p/DGvdyQ-x2Rh/
