Eastland Police Chief David Hullum says his department has received a number of complaints concerning drivers passing a stopped school bus along Main Street. For the safety of children loading and unloading the police department will be stopping drivers observed to have committed this safety violation.
“Texas's law states: If you approach a school bus from either direction and the bus is displaying alternately flashing red lights, you must stop,” Hullum stated. “Do not pass the school bus until the school bus has resumed motion, or you are signaled by the driver to proceed, or the red lights are no longer flashing,” he added.
Hullum reminds drivers fines for the first offense is $500 plus court costs, 2nd violation fine can be up to $2,000 plus court costs and subsequent violations could result in suspension of license.
For questions on these or other City matters please stop by Eastland City Hall, 113 E Commerce St. Monday through Friday 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. excluding holidays. Or you may call during business hours at 254-629-8321.
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