Rhode Island Road Signs: DMV Test, Bus Fine & Parking Lot Stop Rule

Does Rhode Island school bus stop law apply in parking lots and on private roads? What is the fine for passing a school bus in Rhode Island? What driver education is required before the Rhode Island DMV computerized test? The RI Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) at dmv.ri.gov requires a certified 33-hour driver education course for applicants ages 16 to under 18; applicants age 18 or older do not need driver education before the computerized knowledge exam. The school bus stop law applies on private roads and in parking lots from either direction when red lights flash. A first violation under Rhode Island law can carry a fine up to $300 and/or a license suspension up to 30 days; a camera-enforced violation carries a civil fine of $250-$500 and/or suspension up to 30 days. Under-18 Limited Instructional Permit holders must hold the permit 6 months before the road test; applicants age 18 or older are eligible after 30 days.

1. Rhode Island DMV Knowledge Test: Under-18 Driver Education and Permit Holding Periods

For applicants ages 16 to under 18, Rhode Island requires completion of a certified 33-hour driver education course before a Limited Instructional Permit is issued. Applicants who completed the CCRI course may take the knowledge exam through CCRI; applicants who completed an approved course elsewhere take the computerized knowledge exam at the RI DMV main office in Cranston. Under-18 permit holders must hold the permit at least 6 months before a road test. Applicants age 18 or older do not need a driver education course, take the computerized knowledge exam at Cranston DMV headquarters, and may take the road test after holding the learner's permit for 30 days. The current road test fee is $28.50. Visit dmv.ri.gov for reservations.

2. Rhode Island Sign Shapes and Colors: What the Computerized DMV Test Expects You to Know

Rhode Island computerized knowledge test covers motor vehicle laws and rules of the road. sign shapes, colors, and meanings are core tested material. On Narragansett Bay bridges, Newport coastal routes, and Providence urban corridors, shape and color identify signs before text is readable. Know every row in this table before your DMV test.

Shape	Diagram	Meaning	Example Sign
Octagon (8-sided)		STOP. come to a complete stop, wheels fully stopped, check all directions, then proceed when clear
Triangle (inverted)		Yield slow down, check traffic; if clear proceed, if not stop and wait until safe to go
Diamond		Hazard ahead; slow down, stay alert, and be ready to stop or steer
Rectangle (vertical)		Legal requirement; obey this sign or face fines and points on your record
Rectangle (horizontal)		Informational sign; read it and use it to navigate or plan your route
Pentagon (5-sided)		School zone ahead; reduce speed and watch for children crossing
Round (circle)		Railroad crossing ahead; slow down, look both ways, and prepare to stop
Pennant		No passing zone; do not attempt to overtake any vehicle ahead
Orange (any shape)		Construction or work zone ahead; slow down, stay alert, and obey all posted signs
Blue (any shape)		Motorist services nearby; exit if you need fuel, food, or medical care
Brown (any shape)		Park or scenic area ahead; follow directional signs to reach it

3. Rhode Island Regulatory Signs: Fines, Suspensions and the Laws That Apply on Private Roads Too

Regulatory signs carry legal force under Rhode Island General Laws. Some RI rules explicitly extend to private roads and parking lots. not just public highways. White rectangular signs, prohibitory signs, and lane-control signs are all tested on the RI computerized knowledge exam.

STOP Sign

Come to a full stop and yield before proceeding

YIELD Sign

Slow down and give right-of-way; stop if needed before proceeding

Speed Limit Sign

Do not exceed this speed; adjust for road and weather conditions

Do Not Enter Sign

Entry prohibited; turn around or find an alternate route

Wrong Way Sign

You have entered a one-way road against traffic

No U-Turn Sign

U-turns are prohibited at this location

No Left Turn Sign

Do not turn left here; continue straight or turn right

No Right Turn Sign

Do not turn right here; continue straight or turn left

One Way Sign

All traffic flows one direction; do not enter going the wrong way

Keep Right Sign

Move to the right side of the island or obstruction

No Passing Zone Sign

Do not pass here; wait until the no-passing zone ends

Do Not Pass Sign

Do not overtake any vehicle ahead until passing is permitted again

No Turn on Red Sign

Wait for a green signal before turning; do not turn on red

No Left Turn on Red Sign

Wait for green before turning left; no turn on red permitted

No Right Turn on Red Sign

Wait for green before turning right; no turn on red permitted

Turn Left Only Sign

You must turn left from this lane; going straight is not allowed

Turn Right Only Sign

You must turn right from this lane; going straight is not allowed

Straight or Turn Right Sign

From this lane you may only go straight or turn right

Minimum Speed Limit Sign

You must drive at least this speed; move right if driving slower

Slower Traffic Keep Right Sign

Move to the right lane if you are driving slower than traffic

No Parking Sign

Parking prohibited here; find a legal parking area nearby

No Trucks Sign

Trucks prohibited on this road; use an alternate truck route

No Bicycles Sign

Cyclists must not enter; use an alternate route

No Pedestrian Crossing Sign

Pedestrians must not cross here; use the nearest crosswalk

Reserved Parking Sign

Park here only if you qualify; others must find a different spot

Four Way Stop Sign

Stop completely, then take turns in order of arrival

Stop Except Right Turn Sign

Traffic controlled by the STOP sign must stop; right-turning traffic is excepted from the stop requirement but must still yield as required

Left Turn Yield on Green Sign

Yield to all oncoming traffic before completing your left turn

Lane Use Control Sign

Follow the sign; only the shown movement is permitted from this lane

Restricted Lane Ahead Sign

Check eligibility before entering; unauthorized use is a violation

4. Rhode Island Warning Signs: Narragansett Bay Bridges, Newport Coastal Curves and Work Zone Hazards

Diamond-shaped yellow warning signs flag hazards before you reach them. on Rhode Island roads that means bridge approach warnings on Narragansett Bay crossings, curve warnings on Newports coastal routes, railroad crossing advances on the state commuter rail corridor, and school zone signs. Orange marks work zones where conditions change hourly and rear-end collisions are the most common crash type.

Left Curve

A curve to the left is ahead; reduce speed

Right Curve

A curve to the right is ahead; reduce speed

Sharp Left Turn

A very sharp left turn is ahead; slow down

Sharp Right Turn

A very sharp right turn is ahead; slow down

Winding Road

Multiple curves ahead; reduce speed and stay in your lane throughout

Set of Curves (Left-Right)

Multiple curves ahead curving left then right; reduce speed

Set of Curves (Right-Left)

Multiple curves ahead curving right then left; reduce speed

Sharp Turns (Left-Right)

Successive sharp turns ahead; slow down significantly

Slippery When Wet

Wet road is slippery; reduce speed and increase following distance

Deer Crossing

Animals frequently cross here; slow down and scan both sides of the road

Pedestrian Crossing

Crosswalk ahead; slow down and yield to pedestrians as Rhode Island crosswalk rules require

Bicycle Crossing

Bicyclists may cross here; slow down and watch for bicycle traffic

School Zone / Crossing

Children may be present; slow to posted speed

School Crossing Ahead

School crosswalk ahead; yield to crossing guard and children

Divided Highway Begins

Road splits ahead; keep right and stay in your lane

Divided Highway Ends

Two-way traffic resumes ahead; stay right and watch oncoming traffic

Merging Traffic

Traffic is merging from another lane; adjust speed to allow safe entry

Added Lane

A new lane begins where roadways converge; entering traffic has its own lane and an immediate merge is not required

Lane Ends Ahead

Your lane ends soon; check mirrors, signal, and merge now

Lane Ends Merge Left

Your lane ends; signal and move left before the lane disappears

Left Lane Ends

Left lane ends ahead; signal and move right before it closes

Road Narrows

Road gets narrower ahead; stay centered and reduce speed

Narrow Bridge Ahead

Bridge is narrower than the road; slow down and stay centered

Low Clearance

Overhead clearance is restricted; do not proceed if your vehicle is too tall

Railroad Crossing (RR)

Tracks ahead; slow down, look both ways, and stop if a train is coming

Hill / Steep Grade (Downgrade)

Steep hill ahead; reduce speed now and use a lower gear if needed

Bump

Speed bump ahead; slow down before reaching it

Dip

Dip in the road ahead; reduce speed to avoid bottoming out

Loose Gravel

Loose gravel on road; reduce speed and increase following distance

Pavement Ends

Paved surface ends ahead; slow down before the surface changes

Shoulder Drop Off

Edge of road drops steeply; stay away from the shoulder

Watch for Ice on Bridges

Bridge may be icy; reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or steering

Two Way Traffic Ahead

Divided road ends; move to the right and watch for oncoming traffic

Cross Road

Intersection ahead; slow down and scan left and right before crossing

Cross Traffic

Traffic crosses from both sides; slow down and be ready to yield or stop

T Intersection

Your road ends ahead; slow down and prepare to turn left or right

Side Road

A side road joins ahead; watch for vehicles entering from the right or left

Highway Intersection Ahead

A major intersection is approaching; reduce speed and be ready to yield

Road Entering Curve

A road merges on a curve ahead; watch for vehicles entering

Roundabout

Yield to traffic already in the roundabout; then enter and keep right

Truck Rollover

Trucks must slow significantly; high rollover risk on this curve

Weave Area

Lanes are entering and exiting; stay alert, check mirrors, and adjust speed

Advisory Speed

Safe speed for this curve; slow to the posted advisory speed

Traffic Signal Ahead

A traffic light is ahead; reduce speed and be ready to stop

5. Rhode Island Guide Signs: I-95, I-195, US-1 Boston Post Road and Routes Around Narragansett Bay

Guide signs do not regulate driving. they show destinations, distances, and services. Green = highway navigation. Blue = motorist services. Brown = parks and recreation.

Interstate Route Marker

You are on this interstate highway; note the number for navigation

US Route Marker

You are on this US highway; note the number for navigation

State Route Marker

You are on this state route; note the number for navigation

Exit Sign (Exit Only)

This lane is exit-only; move out of it if you are not exiting

Mile Marker

Marks your location on the route; note it for emergency or navigation use

Services Sign

Services available at next exit; move right if you need to stop

Hospital Sign (H)

Hospital is nearby; follow signs if you need emergency care

Diesel

Diesel fuel available ahead; exit if your vehicle needs it

Park / Recreation Sign

Park or recreation area nearby; exit and follow directional signs

6. Rhode Island Traffic Signals: Flashing Yellow, Red Arrows, HAWK Signals and Rotary Yield Rules

What does a flashing yellow light mean in Rhode Island? Flashing red = stop. Flashing yellow = proceed with caution. The Rhode Island Driver's Manual also covers rotary (roundabout) rules: entering traffic must yield to traffic already in the rotary.

Can you turn right on red in Rhode Island? Yes. After a complete stop at a steady circular red, a right turn is permitted unless a sign prohibits it or a steady red arrow is displayed. A flashing yellow arrow permits the arrow movement after yielding to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.

Standard Traffic Lights

Steady Red

Stop completely; after stopping, a right turn is permitted unless prohibited by a sign or a steady red arrow, and you must yield before turning

Steady Yellow

Slow down and prepare to stop; do not speed up to beat the light

Steady Green

Proceed through the intersection; yield to pedestrians and cross traffic

Green Arrow (left)

Proceed only in the arrow direction; yield to pedestrians

Steady Yellow Arrow

The related green-arrow or flashing-arrow movement is ending; prepare for the signal change

Steady Red Arrow

Stop and do not make the movement shown by the arrow until another signal or traffic-control device permits it

Circular Green (no arrow)

Proceed straight or turn as permitted; left turns and U-turns must yield to oncoming traffic when required

Opposing Traffic Extended Green

Oncoming traffic still has green; wait and do not turn left yet

Flashing Signals

Flashing Red

Treat as a stop sign; stop fully, then proceed when safe and clear

Flashing Yellow

Slow down, check for hazards, and proceed with caution

Flashing Red Beacon

Treat the overhead beacon as a stop sign

Flashing Green (Pedestrian Signal)

Proceed through the intersection or crosswalk past the signal only with caution

Pedestrian Signals

WALK / White Walking Figure & DONT WALK / Orange Hand

White figure = cross now; orange hand = do not start crossing

Flashing Orange Hand + Countdown

Crossing phase ending; finish if started, do not begin

Rhode Island HAWK / Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon: A HAWK signal is dark until activated, then uses flashing yellow, steady yellow, steady red, and alternating flashing red before returning to dark. RIDOT states that the alternating red phase indicates vehicles may move forward with caution.

Rhode Island reversible-lane signal: The RI DMV manual states that a motorist may travel in a reversible lane when a green arrow is displayed.

Key test point: Flashing red = stop. Flashing yellow = proceed with caution. A flashing yellow arrow permits the arrow movement only after yielding. Rotaries: entering traffic yields to circulating traffic.

7. Rhode Island Pavement Markings: Sharrow Symbols, Railroad Crossing RR Markings and No-Passing Zones

Yellow lines separate opposing traffic. White lines separate same-direction traffic. Rhode Island roadway-marking material covers lane lines, road arrows, crosswalks, railroad markings, reversible lanes, restricted lanes, shared turn lanes, and sharrow (shared-lane) markings indicating cyclists may use the full lane.

Line Colors

Yellow lines

Separate opposing traffic; solid yellow lines prohibit passing, with limited exceptions such as legal turns or roadway obstructions

White lines

Mark your lane boundaries; stay within the white lines

Line Types

Broken yellow line (Single)

You may pass on your side if it is safe and clear ahead

Solid yellow + broken yellow

Pass only from the broken-line side when it is safe; do not pass from the solid side

Double solid yellow lines

Passing is prohibited in both directions; crossing may be permitted for a legal turn or in an emergency such as a breakdown or roadway obstruction

Broken white line

You may change lanes if it is safe; always check mirrors and signal first

Solid white line

Passing and lane changes are restricted; Rhode Island recognizes limited exceptions such as turns, breakdowns, parking, or other roadway conditions

Double solid white lines

Do not change lanes here; stay in your current lane

Center Turn Lane

For turning only; do not enter the shared turn lane unless you intend to turn within 100 feet

Center Turning Lane (sign)

Shared center lane for turns; do not enter unless you intend to turn within 100 feet

Pavement Symbols & Special Markings

Arrows in lane

You must follow the arrow direction from this lane

Stop line (wide white bar)

Stop completely behind this line; do not roll past it

Stop Here on Red

Stop at this painted line; do not inch forward past it

Crosswalk lines

Pedestrian crossing zone; obey traffic signals and yield to pedestrians as Rhode Island law requires

Broken white line (pavement)

You may change lanes if it is safe; check mirrors and signal first

Solid white line (pavement)

Passing and lane changes are restricted; limited exceptions apply for permitted movements and roadway conditions

Double solid white lines (pavement)

Do not change lanes here; stay in your current lane

Railroad crossing markings (X + RR)

Tracks ahead; slow down, look both ways, and be ready to stop

Diagonal yellow lines (gore area)

Do not enter or drive through this area; it is off-limits to traffic

Bicycle lane marking

Reserved for cyclists only; do not drive or park in this lane

HOV / Carpool lane diamond

Use this lane only if you have the required number of occupants

Key test point: Yellow lines separate opposing traffic and white lines separate same-direction traffic. Rhode Island also uses shared turn lanes with solid yellow lines on the outside and broken yellow lines on the inside; enter only when you intend to turn within 100 feet.

8. Rhode Island Work Zone Signs: Doubled Speeding Fines 24/7 and Conditions That Change Hourly

What happens to speeding fines in a Rhode Island work zone? The RI DMV manual states that speeding fines are doubled in designated work zones 24 hours a day. Construction signs may use high-visibility fluorescent yellow-green, orange, or pink and may be diamond or rectangular. Work zone conditions change hourly, and rear-end collisions are the most common crash type in work zones. Stay alert, slow down, do not tailgate, and follow all cones, flaggers, and posted signs.

Road Work Ahead

Construction zone begins ahead; reduce speed and stay alert

Flagger Ahead

A person is directing traffic; obey their signals

Workers Ahead

Road workers are present; slow down and be ready to stop

Active Work Zone

You are in an active work zone; drive with extra caution

End of Active Work Zone

Work zone ends; resume normal speed and check posted limit

Lane Closed Ahead

A travel lane ends ahead; merge early

Road Closed

Road is completely closed; follow detour signs

Orange barrels / cones

Active work zone boundaries; stay within marked lanes

Channelizing devices (barricades)

Follow the barricades; do not drive through or around them

• Speeding fines in designated Rhode Island work zones are doubled 24 hours a day. When temporary traffic-control-zone signs are erected, Rhode Island law doubles applicable fines, penalties, and costs through the signed zone.
• Pay close attention to merge signs and flaggers. do not change lanes within the work zone.
• Rhode Island work zones change hourly. expect the unexpected, including night work zones with no prior warning.
• Do not tailgate in work zones. most work zone crashes in RI are rear-end collisions.
• Be aware of cones, barrels, tubes, panels, and other warning devices in addition to signs.

Key test point: Orange is a standard construction/work-zone warning color, but the Rhode Island DMV manual also identifies fluorescent yellow-green and pink for high-visibility construction signs. Obey the posted temporary speed limit and work-zone traffic-control devices.

9. Rhode Island Railroad Crossings: 50-Foot No-Parking Zone and What to Do If Your Vehicle Stalls on the Tracks

Rhode Island prohibits parking within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing, except for a brief stop to load or unload passengers or packages. When a railroad stop is required, Rhode Island law requires stopping within 15-50 feet of the nearest rail. Drivers may not move left of center to pass when approaching within 100 feet of or traversing a railroad grade crossing, except on a one-way roadway. If your vehicle stalls on the tracks and a train is approaching, get out immediately and move away from the tracks. Watch for RR and X pavement markings indicating a crossing is ahead.

Stop Line

Stop here completely when required before proceeding

RR Crossbuck Sign (X-shaped)

Located at the crossing; yield to trains

Railroad Crossing (at crossing)

You are at the crossing; stop if lights flash or gate lowers

Crossing Gates

Lower when a train is coming; never drive around a lowered gate

Pavement markings (X + RR)

Tracks ahead marked on pavement; slow down and prepare to stop

Flashing Red Lights

A train is approaching; stop and wait until fully clear

• RR and X pavement markings on the road warn that a railroad crossing is ahead. slow down and look both ways.
• No parking within 50 feet of the nearest rail, except for a brief loading or unloading stop. When a stop is required at the crossing, stop 15-50 feet from the nearest rail.
• Do not drive left of center to pass within 100 feet of or while traversing a railroad grade crossing; this restriction does not apply on a one-way roadway.
• Buses must wait at crossings. be patient and do not pass them when stopped at the tracks.
• If your vehicle stalls on the tracks and a train is approaching, exit the vehicle immediately and move away from the tracks.
• Watch for RR and X pavement symbols as advance warning that a crossing is approaching.

Key test point: When a railroad stop is required, stop within 15-50 feet of the nearest rail. Do not drive left of center to pass within 100 feet of or while traversing a railroad grade crossing. If stalled on the tracks with a train approaching, exit immediately.

10. Rhode Island School Zone Signs and School Bus Laws: 20 mph School Zones and Parking Lot Stop Rule

What is the Rhode Island school zone speed limit? When appropriate warning signs are posted, the prima facie limit is 20 mph within 300 feet of school grounds entrances and exits during the daytime on days school is open. For this law, daytime runs from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset. Rhode Island school bus law also requires motorists meeting or overtaking a bus with flashing red lights to stop before reaching it on streets, highways, private ways, and private or public parking areas, subject to the divided-highway and limited-access loading-zone exceptions below. A first violation can carry a fine up to $300 and/or a 30-day license suspension; a camera-enforced violation carries a civil fine of $250-$500 and/or suspension up to 30 days.

School Zone

School ahead; reduce speed and watch for children

School Speed Limit

Rhode Island law sets 20 mph within 300 feet of school grounds entrances and exits during daytime on school days when appropriate warning signs are posted

Speed Limit Lights Flashing

When a school-speed sign is paired with a WHEN FLASHING condition, obey the posted school-zone limit while the beacon is flashing

School Crossing Ahead

School crosswalk ahead; yield to crossing guard and children

• Rhode Island school zone speed limit: 20 mph within 300 feet of school grounds entrances and exits during daytime on days school is open, when appropriate warning signs are posted.
• When red lights are flashing on a school bus, stop before reaching the bus on public roads, private roads, and private or public parking areas. Remain stopped until the bus resumes motion or the red lights stop flashing.
• Do not follow a school bus in the same lane at a distance of less than 50 feet.
• First violation under the school-bus stop law: up to $300 and/or 30-day license suspension. Camera-enforced violations carry a civil fine of $250-$500 and/or suspension up to 30 days.
• Exception 1: On a divided highway, a driver on the opposite side from the stopped school bus does not have to stop.
• Exception 2: No stop is required when the bus is stopped in a loading zone adjacent to a limited-access highway where pedestrians are not permitted to cross.

Key test point: The pentagon shape is used exclusively for school signs. No other sign category uses this shape. making it one of the easiest shapes to identify on the exam.

11. Rhode Island Pedestrian and Bike Signs: Crosswalk Right-of-Way, Sharrows and Bicycle Passing Rules

When traffic-control signals are not in place or not operating, Rhode Island drivers must yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk when the pedestrian is on the driver's half of the roadway or is approaching so closely from the opposite half as to be in danger. Cyclists have the legal right to use the roadway and are subject to traffic laws. Sharrow markings indicate a shared lane where a bicyclist may use the full lane. RI DMV states that failing to yield to a pedestrian with a visual impairment may result in a fine up to $1,000. Cyclists age 15 and under must wear a certified helmet.

Pedestrian Crossing Sign

Crosswalk ahead; slow down and yield to pedestrians as Rhode Island crosswalk rules require

Bicycle Crossing Sign

Cyclists cross here; slow down and yield before proceeding

No Bicycles

Cyclists must not enter; use an alternate route

No Pedestrian Crossing

Pedestrians must not cross here; use the nearest crosswalk

• When traffic-control signals are not in place or not operating, a driver must yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk when the pedestrian is on the driver's half of the roadway or is approaching so closely from the opposite half as to be in danger. A pedestrian may not suddenly enter the path of a vehicle that is too close to yield safely.
• Any intersection of public roads is a legal crosswalk in Rhode Island, whether or not crosswalk lines are painted.
• RI DMV states that failing to yield to a pedestrian with a visual impairment may result in a fine up to $1,000; when a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog is crossing or attempting to cross, bring the vehicle to a complete stop and yield.
• Bicyclists have a legal right to ride on the roadway in Rhode Island and are subject to traffic laws.
• Sharrow markings indicate a shared lane. cyclists may ride in the center of the travel lane where sharrows appear.
• When passing a bicyclist, pass to the left at a safe distance sufficient to prevent contact if the bicyclist were to fall into your lane, then return to an authorized lane as soon as practicable.
• No more than two bicycles may ride side by side. Cyclists age 15 and under must wear a certified helmet.

Key test point: Marked or unmarked intersections can be legal crosswalks, but the driver's statutory crosswalk duty depends on the traffic-control situation. When signals are absent or not operating, yield as required when the pedestrian is on your half of the roadway or is approaching closely enough from the opposite half to be in danger.

12. How to Prepare for the Rhode Island DMV Knowledge Exam: Signal Meanings, School Zones and Bus Stop Rules

• Under 18: complete the 33-hour driver education course first. Applicants ages 16 to under 18 must complete a certified Rhode Island driver education course. CCRI students may take the knowledge test through the college; students who complete an approved course elsewhere take the computerized exam at DMV headquarters in Cranston. Applicants age 18 or older do not need driver education.
• Permit holding period before the road test. Under-18 Limited Instructional Permit holders must hold the permit at least 6 months; applicants age 18 or older are eligible after 30 days. The current road test fee is $28.50.
• School bus stop applies in parking lots. Red flashing bus lights require a stop on public roads, private ways, and private or public parking areas. First violation: up to $300 and/or 30-day suspension. The loading-zone exception applies only next to a limited-access highway where pedestrians are not permitted to cross.
• Rhode Island school zone speed limit. 20 mph within 300 feet of school grounds entrances and exits during daytime on days school is open, when appropriate warning signs are posted.
• Railroad crossing distances. When a stop is required, stop 15-50 feet from the nearest rail. Parking is prohibited within 50 feet of the nearest rail except for a brief loading or unloading stop, and driving left of center to pass is prohibited within 100 feet of or while traversing a railroad grade crossing.
• Pedestrians with a visual impairment. RI DMV states that failing to yield may result in a fine up to $1,000; stop and yield when a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog is crossing or attempting to cross.
• Sharrows in RI = cyclists may use full lane. Yield to cyclists in sharrow lanes and do not try to squeeze past them.
• Rotary rule: entering traffic yields. Rhode Island has many rotaries. entering vehicles must yield to traffic already circulating inside the rotary. Violations are subject to fines under RI General Laws.
• Distracted-driving fines. Current Rhode Island law sets fines of $100 for a first conviction, $150 for a second, and $250 for a third or subsequent conviction under § 31-22-30.
• Flashing signals. Flashing red = full stop. Flashing yellow = proceed with caution. Flashing yellow arrow = turn only after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.