Q: Was stopped for failing to use turn signal leaving dollar store parking lot at 10 p.m and there were no other cars in
sight to notify of my intentions. The cop was parked down the road on a private lot in the dark. The stop led to more charges. Is his stop justified? I can't find anything about using turn signals being law in this situation. Could a good lawyer get this thrown out? And if so do all the other charges go away if stop was illegal? This was in Indiana.
A: Current law requires drivers in Indiana to use turn signals any time they’re about to make a turn or change traffic lanes. Effective 1/1/23. This case arises under traffic ticket law. You need to discuss with an attorney in your jurisdiction that specializes in this kind of law. Thank you for using Justia, Ask a Lawyer.
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