New York · Licensing & Administrative Rules
Is making a U-turn in a school zone prohibited in New York?
- No — U-turns are always permitted in school zones
- Only during school hours
- Yes — it is prohibited for a vehicle to make a U-turn in a school zone
- Only when children are visibly present
Correct answer
Yes — it is prohibited for a vehicle to make a U-turn in a school zone
Why this is correct
New York specifically prohibits U-turns in school zones at all times — not just when school is in session. The restriction protects the unpredictable movement of children around schools.
New York Driver Handbook, p. 37