NY - Passing A School Bus May Lead To Tougher Penalties

Drivers who illegally pass school buses may soon be facing tougher penalties.

Under the bill, first-time offenders could be fined 100 to 250 dollars, jailed for 15 days and/or be ordered to perform 15 days of community service.

Currently, the penalty for first-time offenders is a fine of at least 100 dollars and/or up to 15 days in jail.

An Assembly panel endorsed the plan today. It now heads to the full Assembly for its consideration.