(a) The imposition of a civil fine under this article is not a conviction or criminal offense and may not be considered a conviction or criminal offense for any purpose. Failure to timely pay a civil fine under this article may not result in an arrest warrant being issued for the vehicle owner and may not be recorded on the owner’s driving record.
(b) A civil fine may not be imposed under this article on the owner of a motor vehicle if the operator of the vehicle was arrested or was issued a criminal citation by a peace officer under Section 545.066 of the Texas Transportation Code, as amended, for the school bus stop arm violation recorded by the photographic school bus stop arm enforcement system.
(c) The city attorney is authorized to file suit or take other action to collect any civil fines, penalties, and costs assessed under this article. (Ord. 28654)