Indiana State Police Encourage Motorists To Slow Down In School Zones

Last updated on Tuesday, August 9, 2016

(UNDATED) - Thousands of students will soon be heading back to school and Indiana State Police want to remind all motorists the importance of slowing down and keeping a watchful eye for students.

Troopers also want to remind drivers they are required by law to stop and not pass a school bus when the red lights are flashing and the flashing stop arm is extended. Drivers are not required by law to stop for a school bus when they are approaching from the opposite direction and there is a concrete barrier or grassy median dividing the lanes. Drivers traveling on a multiple lane highway with no concrete barrier or grassy media are required to stop in all directions when a school bus stops to load or unload children.

Indiana State Police encourage the following safety tips:

Slow down in all school zones.
Follow other vehicles at a safe distance.
Don't be a distracted driver. Stay off your cell phone.
Expect brief delays around school areas.
Keep a watchful eye for students that are walking to and from school.
When approaching a school bus always be prepared to stop.

Disregarding a school bus stop arm is a serious violation and one that school bus drivers are quick to report.

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