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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 2Ch. 2.5Art. 7§ 2572 Private Schoolbus Licensing Rules

§ 2572 Private Schoolbus Licensing Rules

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§ 2572 Private Schoolbus Licensing Rules

This law says that private school bus companies must follow rules set by the state. They can't let unlicensed drivers transport kids, or they'll get fined.

Key Takeaways

  • •Private school bus companies must follow state rules.
  • •They can't let unlicensed drivers transport kids.
  • •Breaking this rule can lead to a fine of up to $2,000.

Example

A private company hires a driver without a proper school bus license to take kids to school.

The company can be fined up to $2,000 for breaking this rule.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 2572 Private Schoolbus Licensing Rules

(a) The commissioner may adopt whatever regulations are necessary to administer this chapter. The regulations shall be consistent with regulations regarding schoolbuses and schoolbus drivers adopted by the commissioner pursuant to other provisions of law. (b) In addition to any other requirements, it is unlawful for the private schoolbus contractor or the person who directs the driver to operate a vehicle transporting school pupils, when that transportation requires a license, to knowingly cause the operation of the vehicle unless the private schoolbus contractor holds a valid license for the transportation of school pupils. A violation of this subdivision shall be punished by a fine of not more than two thousand dollars ($2,000). (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1563, Sec. 3.6.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

commissionerregulationsprivate schoolbus contractorvalid licensefine

Related Statutes

  • § 2571 Private School Bus Licensing
  • § 2512 Ambulance Driver Regulations
  • § 2525.2 Fleet Inspection Station Regulations
  • § 2525.8 Fleet Vehicle Sticker Regulations
  • § 2532 Commissioner'S Regulatory Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 2572.
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