Florida Traffic Laws
Most traffic laws are consistent across states. Speeding, running a stop sign or a red light or passing over a double yellow line are universally illegal. But each state also has its own laws. Florida is no exception.
The Florida “Move Over” law is a perfect example of a traffic law specific to Florida. Other examples are the Zero Tolerance Law, DUI limits, seat belt laws, and auto insurance requirements.
Road Construction Flags and Signs
When you get your license you are expected to know the laws – ignorance is no excuse. This applies to native Floridians and the many new residents that move to Florida every week. Study the drivers handbook and avoid a traffic ticket, fines, points on your drivers license, and trouble with your car insurance.
Florida Slow Down and Move Over Law
As you approach emergency vehicles you are required by law to move out of the lane closest to the emergency vehicle and slow down. The law was created because there are a lot of accidents and injuries on the side of Florida highways and roads. ... [Read More]
Avoid Florida Road Dangers
“No person shall drive a vehicle on a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions and having regard to the actual and potential hazards then existing,” according to Florida Statute 316.183 on Unlawful Speed. ... [Read More]
You Must Render Aid
If you are involved in a traffic accident and another person involved the accident is injured you are required by law to give assistance. Florida law also requires you to provide your information. ... [Read More]
5 Ways to Cause a Car Accident
There are many things you can control in your life. Not being a distracted driver is one of them. ... [Read More]
Seat Belts Save Lives
Sixty-two percent of Florida fatalities involved in car accidents were not wearing seat belts, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA.) Seat belts save lives. ... [Read More]
Intersections are Dangerous
More car crashes happen at an intersection than any other place on the road, you need to be very cautious when approaching an intersection. Many drivers speed up or change lanes at intersections causing hazardous conditions. ... [Read More]