School Bus Stopping Laws: A Critical Safety Reminder

As a community, it is our collective responsibility to ensure the safety of our children. One crucial aspect of this is adhering to school bus stopping laws. The Newtown Borough Police Department would like to take this opportunity to remind motorists of the importance of obeying these laws and the potential consequences of failing to do so.

In Pennsylvania, it is illegal to pass a school bus when it has its red lights flashing and its stop arm extended. This law is in place to protect children as they board or exit the bus. Motorists must come to a complete stop at least 10 feet away from the bus and remain stopped until the red lights are no longer flashing and the stop arm is retracted.

Violating school bus stopping laws can result in serious consequences, including fines, points on your license, and even criminal charges. More importantly, it can put the lives of our children at risk.

We urge all motorists to exercise extreme caution and patience when approaching a school bus, especially during peak morning and afternoon hours. Let's work together to ensure our children arrive at school safely.

If you have any questions or concerns about school bus stopping laws, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Newtown Borough Police Department.

Remember, the safety of our children is everyone's responsibility.

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If In Doubt, STOP!