What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights?
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Red arrows are only used to prevent traffic from turning left.
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The color of the lights.
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You can never turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first.
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You may turn against a red arrow when safe.
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Explanation
A steady red arrow means you may not turn in the direction of the arrow: you must wait for a green signal, even if you have come to a complete stop and the intersection is clear. A solid (circular) red light is different: it means stop, but you may then turn right after coming to a complete stop, yielding to pedestrians, cyclists, and crossing traffic, and confirming there is no "NO TURN ON RED" sign posted.
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