A driver can use a shared left turn lane (also called a two-way left turn lane or center left turn lane) primarily to make left turns safely from either direction of a two-way street. Specifically, a driver can:

• Turn left from the main road into a driveway, side street, or another road.
• Turn left onto the main road from a driveway or side street by entering the lane when safe and waiting for a gap in traffic.
• Use the lane to wait safely for a gap in oncoming traffic before completing the left turn, without blocking through traffic.

However, drivers should not:

• Drive in the shared left turn lane for long distances.
• Use the lane to pass other vehicles.
• Use the lane for through travel or as a regular driving lane.

When using the shared left turn lane, a driver should:

• Signal well in advance.
• Check mirrors and blind spots.
• Enter the lane only when preparing to turn left.
• Yield to oncoming traffic and watch for other vehicles also using the lane to turn.
• Wait in the lane if necessary until it is safe to complete the turn.

This lane helps improve traffic flow and safety by allowing vehicles to wait for left turns without blocking lanes of travel