Can I pass a stopped school bus with its stop-arm extended?

No. Passing a stopped school bus that is displaying its stop-arm and red lights is prohibited under Florida law; see the controlling state statute for details.

Are school zone camera tickets issued by the City of Hollywood?

School zone camera tickets are issued only where a lawful camera program is in place; check with the City of Hollywood Police Department for current camera program status and administrative procedures.

How do I appeal a school zone or bus-related citation?

Follow the instructions on the citation for appeals; criminal charges require court procedures, and civil camera citations use the issuer's administrative appeal process—contact the issuing agency immediately to confirm the exact deadline and method.

Hollywood, FL School Zone Camera & Bus Law

Education Florida 4 Minutes Read · published February 21, 2026

In Hollywood, Florida, drivers must understand local enforcement of school zone speed monitoring and the statutory rules for school buses. This guide explains how school zone camera programs and school bus stop-arm rules apply to motorists in Hollywood, who enforces traffic safety in and around schools to protect children and pedestrians. It summarizes what the law requires, how enforcement and appeals work, and step-by-step actions drivers should take after a ticket or to report a hazard. Where a city-level rule is not published, the guide cites the controlling state statute or official city office and notes when penalties or forms are not specified on the cited page.

Always watch for school speed signs, active flashing warnings, and stopped buses when driving near schools.

How the rules apply in Hollywood

School bus stop-arm and school zone speed enforcement are governed by Florida traffic law and enforced locally by the City of Hollywood Police Department and authorized civil enforcement programs. The state statute that prohibits passing a stopped school bus is Florida Statute 316.172.^[1] Local camera programs in school zones, when used, operate under municipal authorizations and state enabling statutes; specific camera program rules or local ordinance text for Hollywood are not published on a single consolidated city page in some cases, so enforcement practice is coordinated through the Police Department and Transportation or Parking divisions.

Penalties & Enforcement

Summary of enforcement roles and penalty information for school bus and school zone camera violations.

Enforcer: City of Hollywood Police Department enforces moving violations and school-bus stop-arm violations; civil citations from school-zone camera programs, when active, are handled by the program administrator and the city.
Fine amounts: specific dollar amounts are not specified on the cited Florida statute page and may be set by statute, municipal ordinance, or court; see citations for controlling text and local contact.^[1]
Escalation: whether first, repeat, or continuing offences carry higher fines or criminal charges depends on the statute and charging decision—where the source does not list fixed tiers, it is not specified on the cited page.
Non-monetary sanctions: potential criminal charges, court appearances, or driver record consequences may apply per state law or court order; specific non-monetary sanctions are not summarized on the cited statute page.
Inspection, complaint and reporting: to report a stopped-bus violation or a school-zone safety concern in Hollywood contact the City of Hollywood Police Department; procedural contact and complaint information is maintained by the Police Department.^[2]

If you receive a school-zone camera citation or school-bus citation, act promptly to review appeal deadlines.

Appeals, review and time limits

Appeal procedures and time limits are set by the issuing authority: criminal charges follow court notices and state court timelines, while civil citations from camera programs follow the administrative appeal process described by the issuing agency. If the exact appeal period or filing deadline is not posted on the local page, it is not specified on the cited page; contact the issuing office immediately to confirm deadlines and filing steps.^[2]

Defences and official discretion

Common defences include absence of clear signage, emergency maneuvers, or documented permission; availability of specific defenses depends on citation type and is assessed by the issuing authority or court.
Permits or variances: no routine driver permits exempting school-bus stop-arm or school-zone speed rules are published on the cited city pages.

Common violations

Passing a stopped school bus with red lights or extended stop-arm.
Speeding in a designated school zone during active hours.
Failure to yield to school crossing guards or pedestrian crossings near schools.

Applications & Forms

No specific local form for exemptions or variances related to school-zone cameras or bus stop-arm rules is published on the cited Hollywood department pages; see the Police Department contact for filing appeals or requests for information.^[2]

How-To

Steps for drivers to comply, respond to citations, and report issues.

Observe posted school zone speed limits, flashing beacons, and active signs during school hours.
Stop for school buses with red lights or extended stop-arms; remain stopped until lights are off and the bus moves.
If you believe a citation is in error, follow the appeal instructions on the citation and contact the issuer promptly to confirm deadlines.
To report malfunctioning school-zone equipment, unclear signage, or dangerous conditions, contact the City of Hollywood Police Department or the Transportation/Engineering division for the city.
If charged criminally, consult the court listed on the charging documents and consider legal counsel for defense and review options.

Document photos or dash-cam video immediately if you intend to dispute a citation.

FAQ

Can I pass a stopped school bus with its stop-arm extended?: No. Passing a stopped school bus that is displaying its stop-arm and red lights is prohibited under Florida law; see the controlling state statute for details.^[1]
Are school zone camera tickets issued by the City of Hollywood?: School zone camera tickets are issued only where a lawful camera program is in place; check with the City of Hollywood Police Department for current camera program status and administrative procedures.^[2]
How do I appeal a school zone or bus-related citation?: Follow the instructions on the citation for appeals; criminal charges require court procedures, and civil camera citations use the issuer's administrative appeal process—contact the issuing agency immediately to confirm the exact deadline and method.^[2]

Key Takeaways

Always stop for school buses with flashing red lights and extended stop-arms.
Obey posted school-zone speed limits during active hours to avoid camera or officer-issued citations.
Contact the City of Hollywood Police Department promptly to report issues or confirm appeal deadlines.