Regulatory signs in Kentucky
The Kentucky Driver Manual shows or names everything on this page: 39 in all, on pages 29, 38, 40, 44, 46, 56, 59, 66.
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Regulatory signs
No Left Turn
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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No U-Turn
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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No Right Turn
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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SPEED LIMIT 65
These black and white signs indicate the maximum legal speed allowed in ideal conditions.
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STOP
A stop sign has eight sides and is red with white letters. You must stop behind the stop line or crosswalk if one is present. Yield the right of way to crossing vehicles and pedestrians in all directions.
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YIELD
A yield sign is a red and white downward-pointing triangle with red letters. It means you must slow down and allow traffic that has the right of way to cross before entering.
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ONE WAY
These signs tell you that traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow. Do not turn in the opposite direction of the arrow.
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ONE WAY
These signs tell you that traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow. Do not turn in the opposite direction of the arrow.
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WRONG WAY
This sign tells that you are going in the wrong direction. It is often found at exit ramps and at the beginning of one-way streets.
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DO NOT ENTER
This sign tells you that you cannot enter a street or roadway. It is often found at exit ramps and at the beginning of one-way streets.
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NO BICYCLES
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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KEEP LEFT
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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KEEP RIGHT
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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WALK ON LEFT FACING TRAFFIC
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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NO TURNS
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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KEEP OFF MEDIAN
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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DO NOT PASS
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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PASS WITH CARE
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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SLOWER TRAFFIC KEEP RIGHT
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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EMERGENCY PARKING ONLY
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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TRUCKS USE RIGHT LANE
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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NO PARKING ANY TIME
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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NO TURN ON RED
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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ONE HOUR PARKING 9AM-7PM
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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NO PARKING BUS STOP
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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2 HR PARKING 8:30 AM TO 5:30 PM
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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BUCKLE UP KENTUCKY
Kentucky law states a person shall not operate a motor vehicle manufactured after 1981 on the public roadways of this state unless the driver and all passengers are wearing a properly adjusted and fastened seat belt, unless the passenger is a child who is secured in a child restraint system of type meeting federal motor vehicle safety standards.
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NO PARKING (Symbol)
There are many areas where you cannot park. Check for signs or painted curbs that may prohibit or limit parking.
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Accessible Parking Symbol
Unauthorized parking in designated handicapped parking areas is unlawful and is punishable by a fine. Handicapped Parking is only for vehicles displaying an official permit and transporting a disabled person.
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STATE LAW: Move Damaged Vehicles to Shoulder If No Injuries
In accordance with Kentucky law, when involved in a non-injury accident move the damaged vehicles to the shoulder of the roadway. KRS 189.580 (1)(b).
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SCHOOL SPEED 20 WHEN FLASHING
In a school zone when lights are flashing or children are present, you must obey a slower speed limit. At a school crossing where there is traffic patrol, stop and yield if you are signaled to do so.
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STATE LAW: Move Over or Slow Down for Stopped Emergency Vehicle
Drivers are required to exercise due caution when approaching police or other emergency vehicles stopped on the shoulder of the roadway. Approach slowly and move into the left lane on four-lane highways if it is safe to do so. On two-lane highways, approach slowly and pass with caution.
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Lane-use control signals
Left Turn Only
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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Straight
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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Straight or Turn Right
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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CENTER LANE ONLY
This sign tells you where a lane is reserved for the use of left turning vehicles from either direction and is not to be used for through traffic or passing other vehicles.
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THRU & LEFT
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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LEFT LANE MUST TURN LEFT
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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DOUBLE LEFT TURNS
These signs tell you about specific laws that you must obey, such as rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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