My understanding is that you stop your bike and wait for pedestrians to cross. That's what I do. I know not everyone does it, but I always thought that what you're "supposed" to do.
But lately, after having some conversations, it seems like maybe there are differing opinions on what is the allowed behavior when on a bike with pedestrians in front of you?
I know, this question is kinda absurd, but I've experienced it. If an intersection is quiet, I'll turn right on red - no problem.
But if there are pedestrians, a lot of traffic, etc. I'll just wait to turn until it's green.
There's been times when I've been first in line, waiting for green, when a driver behind me honks their horn, as in "GO!". I don't listen; I stay until green.
But still, when I see a car behind me, sometimes, I "feel" like the car behind me wants me to turn right on red.
Do you think there's 'common thinking' in the bay on turning right on red?
EDIT: From CA DMV > Solid Red Light
>A red traffic signal light means STOP. You can turn right at a red light, if:
>There is not a NO TURN ON RED sign posted.
> You stop at the stop or limit line, yield for pedestrians, and turn when it is safe.
https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/handbook/california-driver-handbook/laws-and-rules-of-the-road/
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