How to Avoid a $645 School Bus Ticket in Texarkana This Year

As students are head back to school, the Texarkana Texas Police Department is reminding drivers to be extra cautious and watch for school buses on local roadways. When to Stop For a School Bus in Texas & ArkansasWith buses picking up and dropping off students throughout the day, drivers are required by Texas and Arkansas law to stop whenever a school bus is stopped with its red lights flashing. Passing a Stopped School Bus is an Expensive TicketPassing a stopped school bus is not only dangerous, but it can also be costly. In Texarkana, the fine for illegally passing a stopped school bus is $645. Below is a great diagram of when and when not to stop for a school bus.