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 Michigan, a driver is required to yield to oncoming traffic when making a left-hand turn, even if there is no yield sign present. This rule is based on the understanding that drivers must always yield to vehicles with the right-of-way. If a driver making a left turn at a green light does not yield to oncoming traffic that has the right-of-way, they can be cited for a failure to yield by a police officer. The penalties for a failure to yield violation in Michigan typically include a fine and may also result in points being added to the driver's license. The exact fine and points can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the violation and the driver's history of traffic offenses.