Pennsylvania School Bus Law: No Right Turn on Red

The Law

75 Pa.C.S. § 3112(c) — "The driver of a school bus **shall not turn right** on a **steady red signal**."

• Applies to **ALL school buses** (Type A, B, C, D).
• Applies **regardless of passenger load** (empty or full).
• Applies **even if "Right on Red" is permitted for other vehicles** at that intersection.
• Violation = **summary offense**, fine ~$100 + points (if driver licensed).

Rationale

Children's unpredictability + bus blind spots + driver workload (mirrors, crossing arms, stop sign) = **unacceptable risk**. The 3–5 seconds saved aren't worth a child's life.

What Drivers Should Do

• **Stop completely** at red.
• **Wait for green** (or green arrow).
• **Scan thoroughly** before proceeding — kids dart.

**No exceptions. No "clear coast." No "I didn't see a kid." The law is absolute.**