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: