A driver may have an obligation to yield to other traffic even when there is no yield sign in place. For example, if a driver making a left-hand turn on a green light fails to yield to oncoming traffic a police officer may issue a ticket or citation for failure to yield.
A failure to yield violation is generally punishable by a fine and points on your driver’s license.
In Florida, drivers are required to follow the state's right-of-way laws, which dictate when a driver must yield to other traffic, even in the absence of a yield sign. For instance, when making a left-hand turn at a green light, a driver must yield to oncoming traffic that has the right-of-way. If a driver fails to yield appropriately, they can be cited by law enforcement for a failure to yield violation. The penalties for such a violation typically include a monetary fine and points added to the driver's license. Accumulating points can lead to increased insurance rates and, with enough points, the suspension of the driver's license. It's important for drivers to understand and adhere to these rules to ensure safety and avoid legal consequences.