Regulatory signs in Maine
The Maine Driver’s License Manual shows or names everything on this page: 19 in all, on pages 6-6 – 6-7, 6-11, 7-8, 7-10 – 7-11, 8-3, 10-1.
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Regulatory signs
SCHOOL SPEED LIMIT 15 WHEN FLASHING
A 5-sided sign means you are in a school zone and must slow to 15 mph ... when school speed limit signs are flashing during school opening or closing hours. (8-3)
Manual page 8-3 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8-3)
No Left Turn
Some signs have a red circle with a red slash across the symbol. This means you cannot do certain things.
Manual page 6-6 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-6)
No Right Turn
Some signs have a red circle with a red slash across the symbol. This means you cannot do certain things.
Manual page 6-6 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-6)
No U-Turn
Some signs have a red circle with a red slash across the symbol. This means you cannot do certain things.
Manual page 6-6 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-6)
SPEED LIMIT 65
Speed Limit Signs - These black and white signs indicate the legal speed if conditions are ideal.
Manual page 6-6 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-6)
STOP
Stop Sign - A stop sign has eight sides (octagon) and is red with white letters. You must stop behind the stop line or crosswalk if there is one. If there is no crosswalk or stop line, stop at the point nearest the intersection to enable you to see approaching traffic on the intersecting roadway. The stop must be made before any portion of your vehicle has entered the intersection. If it is a four-way stop, wait your turn. In all cases you must wait until it is safe before proceeding. Look for vehicles and pedestrians and, if any are present, yield the right-of-way.
Manual page 6-6 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-6)
YIELD
Yield Sign - A yield sign is a red and white down-pointing triangle with red letters (some old signs may still be yellow with black letters). It means you should slow down to wait for traffic to clear on the road you are entering or crossing. You must slow and yield to traffic or pedestrians that have the right-of-way before proceeding.
Manual page 6-6 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-6)
ONE WAY
One-Way Street -Traffic moves only in the direction of the arrow. Do not turn in the opposite direction of the arrow. Never drive the wrong way on a one-way street.
Manual page 6-7 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-7)
DO NOT PASS
You may not pass where ... a rectangular white (regulatory) DO NOT PASS sign appears on the right of the road.
Manual page 7-8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7-8)
No Parking (P with slash)
No-Parking Zones - Check for signs or painted curbs that may ban or limit parking.
Manual page 7-11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7-11)
In-street pedestrian crossing sign (STATE LAW, WITHIN CROSSWALK)
The manual does not state it
Manual page 10-1 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10-1)
Accessible Parking Symbol
The manual does not state it
Manual page 7-10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7-10)
Lane-use control signals
Straight Ahead Lane Arrow
Cars in center lane must go straight. (6-11, middle sign of the overhead set)
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Left Turn Lane Arrow
Regulatory Signs - These signs are square, rectangular, or may have a special shape. These signs tell you about traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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Straight or Right Turn
Regulatory Signs - These signs are square, rectangular, or may have a special shape. These signs tell you about traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.
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Left Turn Only / Straight or Right (Lane Use)
Many streets have signs that show what each of the lanes is to be used for:
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Left or Straight
Many streets have signs that show what each of the lanes is to be used for:
Manual page 6-11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-11)
Right Turn Only
Cars in right lane must turn right.
Manual page 6-11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-11)
CENTER LANE ONLY (Shared Left-Turn Lane)
Shared Center Lane- Left Turn Only – This sign marks a lane that is only for left turning vehicles. It is not for through traffic or for passing other vehicles. Traffic travelling in either direction may use this lane.
Manual page 6-7 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6-7)