Nevada’s right-turn-on-red rule remains a key part of safe driving under NRS 484B.307, with no major 2026 updates altering its core requirements. Drivers must follow strict conditions to avoid tickets, points, or accidents in busy areas like Las Vegas. This guide breaks down the law, procedures, penalties, and tips for compliance.
Rule Overview
Nevada law allows right turns on red after a full stop, unless prohibited by signs or signals. Key conditions include being in the rightmost lane, signaling, yielding to pedestrians and oncoming traffic, and confirming safety. The rule promotes traffic flow but prioritizes caution, especially near crosswalks or intersections with U-turns.
When Allowed
- Position and signal: Stay in the extreme right lane and activate your right-turn signal before stopping.
- Full stop required: Come to a complete stop at the stop line or crosswalk; rolling stops are illegal.
- Yield priority: Give way to pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles with green lights, including those making legal U-turns.
- No prohibitions: Check for “No Right Turn on Red” signs, red arrows, or school buses with flashing lights.
If a right-turn arrow is present, turn only when it shows green. Flashing red lights treat the intersection like a stop sign.
Violations and Penalties
Failing to comply adds 4 demerit points to your license, staying for one year and risking suspension at 12 points. Fines typically range from $100-$250 for infractions, plus potential insurance hikes. Courts may reduce charges to non-moving violations if you fight the ticket effectively, avoiding points.
Common errors include not yielding to hidden pedestrians, rushing the turn, or ignoring signs in high-tourist zones.
Safety Tips
Scan left for oncoming traffic, right for cross-traffic, and ahead for pedestrians before turning. In Las Vegas, watch for tourists jaywalking or taxis U-turning legally. New 2026 driver training emphasizes these signs for beginners.
Use Nevada DMV resources or apps for real-time intersection checks. Defensive driving courses can help reduce points from violations.
Recent Context
No statewide 2026 changes ban or expand the rule, per latest sources up to January 2026. Local enforcement in Clark County focuses on yielding, with campaigns like Zero Fatalities reinforcing stops. Always verify signs, as cities can post restrictions.
SOURCES:
- https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/nrs/484b-307-turning-right-on-red/
- https://dmv.nv.gov/dltrafficlaws.htm
