You are turning left. Are you allowed in this situation to go before the tram?
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Correct answer
YES
Explanation
In the video you are turning left at a junction with traffic lights; above your lane directional traffic lights S-3 show a green arrow to the left, and a tram is coming from the opposite direction on the tram tracks. A green directional signal means that the turn is free of conflict - at this time the tram has a stop signal - so you are allowed to drive in front of it. The answer is: yes.
The Regulation on road signs and signals states that a green signal shown by directional traffic lights S-3 means that when driving in the direction shown, there is no conflict with other road users. This makes it different from the normal green of traffic lights S-1, where, when turning left, you give way to oncoming traffic. You turn decisively, but you watch whether the tram is really stopping.
Legal basis: § 97 para. 1 and 3 of the Regulation on road signs and signals