Minnesota Blue Card Practice Test

What happens if you pass a school bus with its red lights on?

1. It is legal if no children are present

2. You can be fined

3. It is allowed if you are in a hurry

4. There are no penalties

The correct answer is: You can be fined

Passing a school bus with its red lights on is a serious violation of traffic laws. When a school bus is stopped with its red lights flashing, it signals that children are either boarding or disembarking from the bus. The law is designed to protect children, who may be unpredictable as they cross or near the road. If you pass a school bus while its red lights are activated, you can indeed be fined. This is part of the measures in place to ensure the safety of children around school buses. Fines associated with this violation can be substantial, reflecting the severity of the offense due to the potential danger it poses. In contrast, alternative scenarios such as believing it is legal if no children are present or that rushing allows such behavior do not consider the importance of adhering to traffic laws for the safety of all. Additionally, the idea that there are no penalties is entirely incorrect, as traffic laws are enforced to maintain order and safety on the roads.