It is illegal to turn around near a curve when the driver cannot:
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Drive on the shoulder of the road.
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See at least 500 feet in each direction.
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Make the turn within 15 seconds.
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Make the turn within 20 seconds.
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Explanation
Making a U-turn near a curve when the driver cannot see at least 500 feet in each direction is illegal and unsafe. When drivers cannot see far enough in both directions due to a curve or the crest of a hill, it increases the risk of a collision with vehicles approaching from either side. Limited visibility hinders the driver's ability to accurately judge the speed and distance of oncoming vehicles, making it unsafe to execute a U-turn in such conditions.
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