Section 575IAC1-9-14. Cameras, stop arm

   (a) Camera images taken by a stop-arm camera:

(1) may be photo, micro-photo or electronic; and

(2) must be discernible in any lighting condition without use of visible flash.

  (b) Cameras may be mounted as follows:

(1) On the right or left or both sides of the bus.

(2) Inside or outside the bus or both, with the following restrictions:

(A) Outside cameras may not extend over six (6) inches out from the side of the bus.

(B) Inside camera must be attached to the windshield or dash in such a manner as to not interfere with the driver's view out of the windshield when the driver is seated in a normal driving position.

  (c) A camera must be mounted in a manner that allows it to capture the following:

(1) The image of the "STOP" sign when deployed and the red lights when flashing.

(2) The image of the rear license plate of an illegally passing vehicle.

(3) The image of up to two (2) lanes immediately to the left or right or both sides of the bus.

  (d) A camera must not be driver activated or operate in a manner that distracts the driver.

  (e) A camera must not obstruct the driver's direct line of sight in any direction.

  (f) Recording equipment must be mounted so as to not interfere with the movement of the driver or passengers, or full access to any emergency equipment. (State School Bus Committee; 575 IAC 1-9-14; filed Aug 15, 2014, 10:20 a.m.: 20140910-IR-575130244FRA)