Data from AAA’s Foundation for Traffic Safety found that Florida has one of the highest rates of hit-and-run accidents in the country. Being in an accident is traumatizing enough, let alone an accident where the offender flees. If you’re the victim of this crime, you...
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The Fine for Passing a School Bus in Florida: What Is It?
Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that an average of 3,500 people die yearly from distracted driving instances. While you may not be guilty of careless driving, you can likely admit you’ve previously driven while distracted behind the...
Is Drunk Driving a Felony in Florida?
Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that impaired driving, defined as driving under the influence of alcohol, legal prescription medication, and/or illegal drugs, is responsible for about 30% of all motor vehicle fatalities in...
How Much is a Stop Sign Ticket in Florida?
How Much Is a Stop Sign Ticket in Florida? Be honest. Do you always come to a complete stop when at a stop sign? We all make mistakes on the road. Maybe you were in a rush and made a rolling stop because you didn’t think anyone else was there, or you completely blew...
Driving With an Expired License in Florida: Ticket for an Expired Drivers License (6 Months or Less) – Florida Ticket Firm
Driving With an Expired License in Florida: Ticket for an Expired Drivers License (6 Months or Less) Florida law requires you to have a valid driver's license to drive in the state. That means if your Florida driver's license has expired, you’re not legally allowed to...
Is a Speeding Ticket a Criminal Offense in Florida?
As one of the 15 million drivers in the state of Florida, you can probably relate to the uneasy feeling of getting a speeding ticket. 70 mph is the maximum speed limit according to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. With the embarrassment of flashing red...
How to Check If You Got a Red Light Ticket in Florida
Are red light tickets legal in Florida? It turns out they sure are. In fact, as of June 30, 2021, the state of Florida has 485 active red light cameras. And data from the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) department shows it issued more than 1 million...
How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record in Florida?
No matter where you get in trouble for driving under the influence, a DUI is a significant offense. This is especially true in Florida, where the courts take DUI laws seriously. Unfortunately, this doesn’t stop some people from driving while drunk and hurting people....
Driving an Unregistered Vehicle in Florida: Penalties & Defenses
Driving an Unregistered Vehicle in Florida Did you know that driving an unregistered vehicle in Florida is a criminal offense? In fact, it’s a second-degree misdemeanor. Fortunately, you can avoid getting penalized with a misdemeanor charge when you understand and...
Who Has the Right of Way in Florida?
Whether you're planning a day at ArtsPark at Young Circle or traveling interstate 95, sharing the road is the goal. So, who has the right-of-way in Florida? The short answer is nobody! It’s all about obeying road signs and who entered the intersection first according...