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 Virginia, drivers are required to follow the rules of the road, which include yielding to other traffic under certain conditions, even in the absence of a yield sign. For instance, when making a left turn at a green light, the 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 consequences of such a violation typically include a monetary fine and the addition of demerit points to the driver's license. The accumulation of points can lead to increased insurance rates and, if too many are accumulated, possible suspension of the driver's license. The specific penalties and points system are outlined in the Virginia Code, which governs traffic laws and regulations in the state.