GA HB638

Prohibits stopping or parking non-transit vehicles in designated MARTA transit vehicle lanes in Atlanta, with exceptions for emergencies or when authorized by traffic control devices

Establishes a tiered penalty structure: $50 for first offense (waivable with transit lane safety course completion), $100 for second offense, and $150 for third offense plus mandatory defensive driving course

Authorizes automated monitoring devices to capture images of violations and issue civil penalties via mail within 60 days, with a maximum $25 processing fee and $5 late fee

Requires warning signs (at least 24x30 inches) to be posted 200-500 feet before transit lane entrances, and mandates a six-month warning-only period when new transit lanes are designated

Revenue collected goes to MARTA for public safety initiatives; recorded images must be destroyed within 72 hours of case resolution; the law automatically repeals on January 1, 2030