Can You Cross Double Solid Yellow Lines?

Double solid yellow lines prohibit vehicles moving in either direction from crossing the lines. You may not cross these lines unless turning left when it is safe to do so. White lane lines separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. Single white lines may also mark the right edge of the pavement.

Can you cross when there are double solid yellow lines?

YOU CANNOT cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle. Two sets of solid double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart sometimes appear as a road marking. ... Don't drive on or over these road markings. You may not make a left turn or U-turn across it.

Is it illegal to cross solid double lines?

Most people clearly understand that it is illegal to cross over double yellow lines per California Vehicle Code Section 21460 (a): “If double parallel solid yellow lines are in place, a person driving a vehicle shall not drive to the left of the lines, except as permitted in this section.” One exception would be if you ...