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Hi finefatfly,

Same situation here in Gwinnett. I saw the bus slowing on the far right lane that leads into a subdivision, no lights/stop sign, and was nearly even with it as I entered a left turn lane, three lanes away.I was in the process of making a left turn and had to focus on that and the left-turn traffic light. I was shocked to get this in the mail. Please let me know what you decide to do and the outcome. I'm seriously considering fighting this on my own (mid-July) and hope there is a judge presiding with ordinary common sense. I'm amazed at how many people will calmly accept the ubiquitous cameras that are in store for us and believe that those of us who receive such a ticket have little regard for the lives of children. It may have been Dallas, TX where 68% of these tickets are being dismissed. In any case, there are multiple stories of the abuses taking place. It's always a good idea to follow the money. Please post back or send a pm if that's possible.
I'm sorry to say I caved. The deadline came to pay or otherwise show up in traffic court, so I just paid it. Yes, I'm out $300, but if I had to show up in court, it would be a big hassle, I'd lose a day of work, I probably would have to pay anyway, etc.

I still think it's a bunch of BS...a bunch of cars in the far left lane could be seen passing the bus in the far right shoulder of a 4 lane highway. I honestly don't even remember seeing the bus, and I doubt the other drivers did either. Hmmm...let's see...pay attention to what's going on in my lane, or look over 3 lanes to the far right to see what's going on there?

Take your money Gwinnett and choke on it. I'm sure somebody with more time and resources than I have will eventually sue your pants off.