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 Washington State, 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 a driver is making a left turn at a green light, they must yield to oncoming traffic that has the right of way. If a driver fails to yield appropriately, they can be cited for a traffic violation. The penalties for a failure to yield can include a monetary fine and may also result in points being added to the driver's license, which can affect insurance rates and driving privileges. The specific fine and points for a failure to yield violation can vary based on the circumstances of the incident and the driver's history.