Motorists should be particularly watchful when students head back to school this fall.

In addition to watching for kids walking or riding their bike, parents need to be mindful of bus, seat belt and traffic laws, particularly in school zones.

Police conduct targeted enforcement of school zones during the school year, checking for speeders and seat belt violators.

If children in the vehicle are not properly restrained, the driver is given information about the importance of restraining children. A ticket also may be issued.

Police also monitor compliance with school bus laws. When a motorist approaches a bus with red flashing lights and an extended stop arm, they are required to stop and wait until all children are safely off the street.

Officers will follow-up and check for voluntary compliance at a later date. During follow-ups, there has been a 50 percent increase in compliance.