Prior to turning right, do you have to stop before the traffic light to ensure that you do not obstruct other traffic participants?
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Correct answer
YES
Explanation
In the video we approach a junction in the right lane, which has a right-turn arrow; the traffic lights show a red signal, and next to it a green arrow pointing right; signs A-7 and D-6 stand next to the traffic lights. Before turning right, you must stop before the traffic lights to make sure that you will not obstruct other road users - the answer is YES.
A red signal together with a green arrow shown by traffic lights S-2 means that you may turn in the direction shown by the arrow into the nearest roadway, but on condition that the driver stops before the traffic lights and does not obstruct other road users. Stopping is always compulsory, even at an empty junction - it is the condition for using the arrow. After stopping, you let through pedestrians, who may have green at the crossing, cyclists, and vehicles approaching from the left, which have green. Only when you are sure that you will not obstruct anyone do you turn.
Legal basis: § 96 para. 1 and 3 of the Regulation on road signs and signals