Bus Enforcement Frequently Asked Questions
What is bus lane enforcement?
Bus lanes are designated roadways reserved for public transit vehicles to improve speed, safety, and reliability. Unauthorized vehicles stopped or parked in these lanes are subject to citation. Learn more about Assembly Bill No. 817, authorizing California transit agencies to enforce parking violations in specified transit-only traffic lanes.
How much is an ABLE fine?
Fines issued by law enforcement for vehicles stopped at a bus zone are set by the State of California and begin at $293.00 for first time offenders.
Where can I pay for my citation?
You can pay your citation online via our payment portal, or in person at the Culver City Transportation Department. For more information, visit our Pay an ABLE Citation Page.
How do I report a blocked bus lane or other transit related violation?
To report a transit violation, please call the Culver City Police Department at (310) 253-6250. When you call, please have as much of the following information as possible:
- Vehicle Make
- Vehicle Color
- Vehicle Location (Zip Code, Street, Block Number, and Cross Street).
What happens if I don’t pay my citation?
If you have five or more delinquent citations/tickets, your vehicle is eligible to be booted or towed. You should pay your citations immediately. Vehicles with fewer than five delinquent tickets will not be booted or towed, however, a hold will be placed on the annual Vehicle Registration until the parking citations are paid.
I have a financial hardship, do I have to prepay before requesting a hearing?
If your financial situation qualifies as a very low-income household under the Department of Housing and Urban Development guidelines, you may submit a Low-Income Payment Plan application(PDF, 115KB) along with your request for a hearing. For more information on payment options and our low income payment plan, visit our Pay a Citation page.
Can I get a payment extension?
We do not grant payment extensions. A payment must be received within 21 days of the date the citation was issued, or 14 days from the date of the first overdue notice. Otherwise, late fees will be added. Payment plans are available for eligible low-income motorists.