South Carolina School Buses & Stop Laws

Under South Carolina's "Susan's Law," the maximum first-offense fine for unlawfully passing a stopped school bus with flashing red lights is:

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against S.C. Code §56-5-2770
A

$100

Susan's Law raised fines well above $100.

B

$500

Correct answer

C

$25

Susan's Law penalties are much steeper.

D

There is no fine; only license suspension.

The law imposes a monetary fine.

Detailed Explanation

Susan's Law (S.C. Code §56-5-2770), named for 13-year-old Susan Kicklighter who was killed by a driver passing a stopped school bus, imposes fines up to $500 for a first offense, 6 points on the license, and possible jail time. Repeat offenses carry mandatory license suspension.

Source: S.C. Code §56-5-2770

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