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    Default Re: Passing a Stopped School Bus Ticket, With Photos and Video

    was this violation over 2 months ago? Gwinnett county schools announced they were terminating the warning program as of Jan 6 2015.


    I suspect they can still report this CRIME to the police who can issue a ticket based on the evidence against you. Here are the penalties for the violation:

    In Georgia, if a law enforcement official cites a driver for illegally passing a school bus, the fine is up to $1,000, a mandatory court appearance, and six points on the driver’s license. Drivers cited through the school district’s program will earn no points on the license but face a $300 fine for the first offense, $750 for the second offense and $1,000 for a third or greater offense within five years.
    so, are you a gambler? Are you willing to gamble they won't turn it over to the police should you refuse to pay? Given the penalties involved, I know I wouldn't.

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    Default Re: Passing a Stopped School Bus Ticket, With Photos and Video

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    was this violation over 2 months ago? Gwinnett county schools announced they were terminating the warning program as of Jan 6 2015.


    I suspect they can still report this CRIME to the police who can issue a ticket based on the evidence against you. Here are the penalties for the violation:



    so, are you a gambler? Are you willing to gamble they won't turn it over to the police should you refuse to pay? Given the penalties involved, I know I wouldn't.
    JK,

    Thanks for the input. This was only 2 weeks ago, so no, this was not during Gwinnett County's "warning" period. And I see what you're saying...pay the bill and I'm out $300, BUT it's over and done with. Don't pay the bill, and I risk a much larger fine, a court date, points on my license, reporting to my insurance company, etc.

    I also have the option of not paying the bill, and showing up for a hearing a few months from now to plead my case. If I choose that route, what's the worst that can happen? They say guilty, and I pay the $300 then? Or do I risk all that bad stuff mentioned above?

    Normally, I wouldn't even worry about this, and just pay the $300. But money is tight right now for lots of different reasons. I appreciate your advice.

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