School Bus Passing Violation

Summary

Passing a stopped school bus in Georgia is a serious offense, with penalties including fines, points on your license, and possible suspension for young drivers. If the bus was unloading and you couldnt see it well, gather evidence to support your case. Consider consulting a traffic attorney for guidance on contesting a ticket.

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i think i may have illegally passed a school bus
Hi Tom! Just a quick question to understand your situation better:
Did you receive a ticket or citation for passing the school bus, or are you worried about potential consequences?
worried
Hi Tom! In Georgia, passing a stopped school bus is a serious offense. Here are some key points:
- You can be fined up to $*,*.
- * points may be added to your driving record.
- Possible license suspension for drivers under *.
Did you notice if the bus driver or any witnesses noted your license plate?
i dont think so, it happed at an intersection and I was heading northbound and the bus was facing westbound. the bus was about *-* yards back from the intersection behind a stop sign
Tom, it's good that no one noted your license plate. Here is some general information:
- In Georgia, passing a stopped school bus is illegal if the bus has its stop sign extended and lights flashing.
- If the bus was not actively loading or unloading children, you might have a defense.
Any particular reason why you’re worried now?
the bus was unloading and i dont think the camera could see my license plate. i didnt know what to do because the bus was so far back from the intersection and i couldn’t see it well
Tom, here are a few things to consider:
- If the bus was unloading, it's a serious offense.
- If no camera or witnesses noted your plate, there may be less evidence against you.
- Reflect on the situation to avoid repeating it.
Do you need information on how to contest a potential ticket in Georgia?
yes because I believe if i get one i can argue that the bus was hard to see
Tom, here are some steps to contest a ticket for passing a school bus in Georgia:
- Gather any evidence (photos, videos) showing the bus's position and visibility.
- Prepare to explain that the bus was difficult to see due to its distance from the intersection.
- Consider consulting with a traffic attorney for personalized advice.
Would you like information on finding a traffic attorney in Georgia?