As of July 2025, Illinois law continues to allow drivers to make a right turn on red at most intersections, but with important conditions and growing local restrictions.
Under current state law, a driver may turn right at a red light after coming to a complete stop and yielding to all pedestrians and oncoming traffic, unless there is a posted sign specifically prohibiting the maneuver. This rule has been in place for nearly 50 years and was originally adopted to reduce fuel consumption and idling time during the 1970s energy crisis.
However, the law requires that before making a right turn on red, drivers must:…