This bill allows municipalities in New Jersey to utilize video footage from school bus cameras to enforce laws against illegally passing school buses, specifically referencing section 1 of P.L.1942, c.192 (C.39:4-128.1). It mandates that law enforcement officials review the footage to determine if a violation has occurred and issue a summons within 90 days if appropriate. The bill also stipulates that if no summons is issued within that timeframe, all recorded images and information related to the incident must be purged. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the recorded footage is not considered a public record and can only be accessed under specific legal circumstances.

The penalties for violations captured on school bus cameras include a fine of $100 for a first offense and $250 for subsequent offenses. The bill establishes joint liability for the vehicle's owner and operator, with provisions for lessors to avoid liability under certain conditions. It also ensures that no motor vehicle points or insurance eligibility points will be assessed for violations under this section. The bill is set to take effect four months after its enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39:4-128.1