School Areas

Question 1

What is the penalty for violating a school crossing guard’s direction?

Answer 1

A misdemeanor

Question 2

What are the speed limits in NV school zones?

Answer 2

15 or 25 mph

Question 3

When are school zone speed limits in effect?

Answer 3

30min before & after school starts and ends on school days

Question 4

What signals indicate that the school zone speed limit is in effect?

Answer 4

Flashing yellow lights

Question 5

When are U-turns allowed in school zones?

Answer 5

Only when no children are present, it is a non-school day, 30min before/after school hours, or when signs/lights indicate the school zone isn’t active

Question 8

What are the rules for stopping for school buses?

Answer 8

Stop for school buses with flashing lights; do not pass until lights are off. EXCEPTION: On divided highways (with a physical barrier), stop only if traveling in the same direction as the bus.