Don't Stop for a School Bus?

 

Alabama law requires motorists to stop for a school or church bus loading or unloading passengers (flashing lights). What if the driver doesn't stop?

The fine for illegally passing a stopped school bus in Alabama is based on the number of offenses, and includes other penalties:

First offense
A fine of $150–$300

Second offense
A fine of $300–$500, 100 hours of community service, and a 30-day driver's license suspension

Third offense
A fine of $500–$1,000, 200 hours of community service, and a 90-day driver's license suspension

Fourth offense or subsequent offenses
A fine of $1,000–$3,000, a one-year driver's license suspension, and a Class C felony


The Chisholm Road/Forest Hills area of Florence is a serious problem, but we're sure there are problems in many more areas. Many say police are overlooking these drivers. 

At least one Florence parent has created a Facebook page to call these drivers out. Let's hope they get the message.