You're not a bad driver, but one mistake landed you a reckless driving ticket in Florida. Your heart sinks as you imagine the fines, points, and potential jail time. But don't panic - you have options. If you've been charged with reckless driving in Florida, the first...
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What is a Bench Warrant?
What is a bench warrant? Can you get one for a traffic citation in Florida? And what do you do if you have one? Whether it's from neglecting that pesky stop speeding ticket or other court obligations, understanding bench warrants (and knowing what criminal attorney to...
What to Do If You Get Pulled Over for Driving with an Expired Tag
Most people have so much to do that keeping up with every responsibility can be difficult. That includes remembering to renew your Florida vehicle tags annually. You probably already know that not registering your vehicle is an offense, but just how serious is driving...
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...
Driving With an Expired License in Florida
Driving With an Expired License in Florida 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 drive Florida streets, roads, interstates, or highways....
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...
Are Red Light Cameras Legal In Florida?
A red light camera captures photo or video evidence of potential traffic violations at road intersections. If the traffic light turns red before your car clears the intersection, you could get a red light camera citation. However, the concern for most people is the...
Consequences of unpaid traffic citations
Some Florida residents may not think much of not paying a traffic ticket or ignoring a summons to appear in traffic court, but both actions can cause serious consequences. Motorists who consider non-compliance with the traffic court process should consider the...
Issued a ticket? You have a right to a defense
If you get a ticket for speeding or another offense, you’re not alone. Thousands of people receive tickets every year in Florida. In fact, there were almost 3 million tickets issued by Florida’s law enforcement officers in 2017. The types of traffic offenses that...
5 common traffic violations made by teen drivers
Getting a driver’s license is an exciting accomplishment for any teen. But when you are a new driver, you may be more likely to violate certain traffic laws. Not only can violating traffic laws lead to tickets, but it can also lead to crashes. Car crashes are the...