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Missouri Toughens School Bus Laws | Topeka News
Missouri’s cracking down hard on drivers who dare to pass stopped school buses—starting August 28, fines skyrocket from $500 to $3,000 for repeat offenses, plus possible license suspension up to six months. If a crash causes injury, it’s a felony with prison time and steep fines. Officials are responding to real tragedies where kids were hit by cars ignoring flashing lights and stop arms—especially dangerous for oncoming traffic. The rule is simple: stop completely when the bus stops, whether you’re behind or approaching on a two-lane road. School buses are 70 times safer than regular…
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