Loudoun County, VA – The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office is reminding drivers this week to obey all school bus stop laws as part of National School Bus Safety Week. With thousands of local students relying on buses daily, deputies say knowing when to stop is both a legal and life-saving responsibility.
According to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office, traffic in both directions must stop for school buses on two-lane and multi-lane roads without a median. On divided highways with a median, only drivers traveling behind the bus are required to stop, though all motorists should remain cautious and alert.
Officials warn that failing to stop for a school bus can lead to a traffic summons, fines, and points on a driver’s license. More importantly, the sheriff’s office stresses, violations put children’s lives at risk.
“Children may cross unexpectedly,” the department noted in a social media post. “Stopping is not just the law—it’s the safest choice.”
The public awareness push comes as fall schedules increase bus traffic throughout Loudoun County. Drivers are urged to plan ahead and stay attentive during morning and afternoon school hours.
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