Pennsylvania’s
School Bus
Stopping Law
n When you meet or overtake a stopped school bus with red
signal lights flashing and stop arm extended, you MUST STOP.
n When you approach an intersection where a school bus is
stopped with red signal lights flashing and stop arm extended,
you MUST STOP.
n You MUST STOP at least ten (10) feet away from the
school bus.
OUR
CHILDREN’S
SAFETY IS
IN YOUR
HANDS!
n You MUST WAIT until the red lights have stopped flashing
and the stop arm has been withdrawn before moving.
n DO NOT MOVE until all children have reached a place
of safety.
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SEPARATE ROADWAYS
Drivers may proceed on a highway with clearly defined dividing
sections or physical barriers providing separate roadways. This only
applies when the school bus is on the opposite side of the road.
If in doubt, STOP!
PENALTIES
If you are convicted of violating Pennsylvania’s School Bus
Stopping Law, you will receive ALL of the following penalties:
• 60-Day Driver’s License Suspension
• Five (5) points on your driving record
• $250 Fine