School Residential Zone Conduct

Typical school zone speed limit in Utah is

Utah sets a 15 mph speed limit in most school zones unless otherwise posted, helping protect students during pick-up and drop-off.

School zone limits must be followed when

These reduced speed limits apply only when flashers are on or during posted hours. Always stay alert.

Vehicles must stop for a school bus when

Passing a bus in this condition is illegal and dangerous to children crossing the street.

On divided highways, you must stop for a school bus only if

Opposing traffic does not have to stop on a divided highway with a physical median.

Penalty for passing a stopped school bus includes

Utah takes this violation seriously due to the danger it poses to children entering/exiting the bus.

Handheld phone use in school zones is

Only hands-free use is permitted to reduce distractions where children may be present.

Default speed limit in Utah residential areas is

Residential zones prioritize safety, and Utah sets the default at 25 mph unless otherwise posted.

When a pedestrian enters a school zone crosswalk, drivers must

All drivers are required to give the right-of-way to pedestrians in these marked areas.

Speeding in a school zone will result in

Utah applies enhanced penalties in school zones to reinforce child safety.

Pedestrians in school zone crosswalks have

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in these areas without exception.

You may park in a school bus loading zone

These zones are reserved during school hours, and violations may lead to tickets or towing.

U-turns in front of schools are generally

Visibility is limited in school areas, making U-turns risky and often prohibited.

Ignoring a school crossing guard may lead to

Crossing guards have the same legal authority as traffic control devices.

At uncontrolled intersections in residential zones, the right-of-way goes to

Utah follows the general right-of-way rule for these intersections.

When backing up in residential zones, drivers must

Always look for pedestrians, kids, or pets that may suddenly appear.

The legal distance to park from a crosswalk in a residential/school zone is

Utah mandates a 20-foot clearance to maintain visibility at crosswalks.

Flashing yellow lights at a school crosswalk mean

Drivers should be extra alert and prepare to stop for crossing students.

Children are legally allowed to cross

Though kids may cross unexpectedly, legal crossings occur only at marked locations.

If a child runs into the road in a residential area, you must

Children can act unpredictably drivers must always be prepared to stop.