Officials warn drivers they face $500 fines under ‘lane and lights’ law – fees could rise to $2,000

DRIVERS in Ohio could soon be slapped with fines up to $2,000 as the new school year approaches, and they don’t even need to be pulled over to get hit.

Drivers caught ignoring flashing lights and stop signs on school buses could face steep penalties thanks to new camera enforcement under a new bill.

Known as the “lane and lights” law, it was approved unanimously by lawmakers in the Ohio House on Wednesday.

The proposal would hike the current fine from $0 up to $500 to a new minimum of $250, with a top penalty of $1,000, Ohio Capital Journal reported…

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