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Ask A Trooper: J-Turns and Turns in General

 

Question
    I am seeing more and more of these “J-turns” in Minnesota. Can you explain those to people who might not be familiar? Thank you.

Answer
    J-turns are used to decrease fatalities and injuries caused by broadside crashes on four-lane divided highways.
    At a J-turn, drivers on the side street approaching the divided highway always make a right turn. To cross the highway or make a left turn from the side street: