Rochester Ends Warning Period: School Bus Stop-Arm Violators to Be Fined

Now, Rochester drivers who pass a school bus with its stop sign extended will face fines. Mayor Evans ended the warring period for the school bus camera program, which started on November 3, 2025. 

First-time offenders will be fined $250, second-time $275, and subsequent offenses $300. 

During the warning period, over 14,000 potential violations were recorded, resulting in more than 8,000 warning notices, showing widespread disregard for children’s safety across the city.  

Rochester School Bus Safety Program moves to full enforcement