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Any violation of the rules requiring you to stop for school buses is a MISDEMEANOR CRIMINAL OFFENSE, punishable by a fine of at least $200 and up to $1,000. If the person is a two-time (or more) offender, the Court has the power to suspend the violator's driver's license for a period of time up to six months. If the offender does not pay the fine, or is unable to pay, the Court may order the offender to perform community service. The Court has the authority to order the number of hours required.

More importantly, failing to stop for a school bus puts our children in danger. Please be careful. This is very serious business.

According the website of the City of Austin, as of Febuary 9, 2000, the fines for violations of the school bus rules are as follows:

Passing a stopped school bus: $525.

Speeding in a school zone:

Up to 10 mph over the speed limit: $150

15 mph over the speed limit: $190

20 mph over the speed limit: $210

25 mph over the speed limit: $230

30 mph over the speed limit: $250