Maine’s right turn on red rule remains consistent as of 2025: drivers are allowed to make a right turn after stopping at a red light, unless a sign specifically prohibits it.
This is outlined in Maine Revised Statutes Title 29-A, §2057, which states that a steady circular red light means a driver must stop and remain stationary until an indication to proceed is shown, but a right turn is permitted after stopping if not prohibited by a sign such as “NO RIGHT TURN ON RED”.
When making a right turn on red, drivers must yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk and to other traffic that is lawfully in the intersection. Failure to yield can result in fines and demerit points on a driver’s record. Red light violations generally carry a fine between $121 and $146, and add four demerit points.
Maine does not allow left turns on red at any intersection.
Key Points for 2025:
- Right turn on red: Permitted after a complete stop, unless a sign prohibits it.
- Yielding: Must yield to pedestrians and other traffic.
- Left turn on red: Not allowed in Maine.
- Penalties: Running a red light or failing to yield can result in fines and demerit points.
There are no significant changes to Maine’s right turn on red laws for 2025. The rule remains in line with most other states, except for specific local prohibitions indicated by signage.
Sources:
- https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/29-a/title29-Asec2071.html
- https://www.findlaw.com/traffic/traffic-tickets/maine-traffic-laws.html
- https://www.gjel.com/blog/state-driving-laws
- https://zutobi.com/us/driver-guides/traffic-lights
