Virginia law requires school buses to be equipped with specific warning devices, including flashing lights and crossing arms, to ensure safety when stopping for passengers. The law mandates proper use of these devices at designated distances before stopping and specifies penalties for non-compliance. New buses must include advanced warning systems, and failure to equip or use these devices can result in misdemeanor charges.
School buses must have flashing warning lights, warning signs, and crossing control arms that activate automatically when the bus door opens.
Warning devices must be used at least 100 feet before stopping if the speed limit is under 35 mph, or 200 feet if the speed limit is 35 mph or more.
Failing to equip or use warning devices on a school bus is a Class 3 misdemeanor under Virginia law.
Yes, new buses must include nonsequential red traffic warning lights, flashing warning signs, and automatic crossing control arms.