It's one of the most serious traffic infractions in New York -- passing a school bus that has stopped to drop off or pick up children.
A first offense will add five points to your driving record (speeding is only four), and it could lead to a $250 to $400 or 30 days in jail, or both. Possible penalties for second and third offenses in a three-year period increase dramatically, up to a $1,000 fine, 180 days in jail and license revocation.
As part of a statewide effort to crack down on drivers passing stopped school buses, the Batavia Police Department is participating in "Operation Safe-Stop Day" on April 15.
City police officers will be observing school buses on their routes and will operate radar and laser speed enforcement in school zones.
I can't tell you how many
I can't tell you how many times this has happened here on Rt. 63 in Pavilion. My son is in Kindegarten & rides the bus to school. I am always aware of watching trucks, cars etc. before getting him on the bus. He doesn't have to cross the street (thankfully), but it amazes me how many times vehicles ignore the flashing reds time & time again. His bus driver gets so angry & honks the horn, but they don't pay attention. Sure wish I could get their plate number, but they're going too fast.
Mardell: Camera.
Mardell: Camera.
As a bus driver I can say
As a bus driver I can say this happens time and time again, we don't always get the plate number because we are watching for the student to walk safely off the bus. A camera Howard is easier said than done.
i purposely drove my son to
i purposely drove my son to school and picked him up i didnt see one police officer on the route