4 of 12 Most Asked About Questions

When making a U-turn, you must:

• ensure it can be done safely;
• use your indicator to signal your intentions to other drivers;
• give way to all other vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians on the road you are turning into.

You MUST NOT make a U-turn:

• when you do not have a clear view of approaching traffic or it interferes with other traffic;
• at traffic lights (unless there is a ‘U-turn permitted’ sign);
• where there is a ‘no U-turn’ sign;
• on freeways, including on and off ramps.

In Western Australia only – U-turns are allowed over a continuous white line.

Penalties

Making a U-turn where not permitted = 2 demerit points and $100 fine.

Failing to give way when making a U-turn = 3 demerit points and $100 fine.

Department of Transport Joondalup, Department of Transport Mirrabooka, Beldon, Hocking, Pearsall, Woodvale, Craigie, Kallaroo, Mullaloo