WA police urge community to know school zone, stop paddle laws

The Brief

  • Marysville police said it will ramp up traffic enforcement near schools on Sept. 8 to ensure safety as students return to classrooms.
  • Speeding fines automatically double in active school zones, while illegal passing of a stopped school bus carries an unwaivable minimum fine of $500.
  • Local officers issued 103 bus-paddle tickets in late 2025–2026, the police department said.

MARYSVILLE, Wash. As the new school year inches closer, police departments around the state are urging community members to understand rules surrounding school zones and stop paddles on buses.

For example, the Marysville Police Department recently issued a reminder for drivers to slow down and stay alert, adding that it will be placing an emphasis on traffic control throughout its district on Sept. 8.

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