Most people have heard about getting points for driving violations, but many people do not completely understand the system. Many unusual or little-known legal issues pertain to how authorities hand out points to drivers. Some of these circumstances might seem...
Why are teens at greater risk for reckless driving?
Teen drivers are more likely to die in a car wreck than almost any other age group. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 2,500 teenagers died in car accidents, making this issue the second-most common cause of death for young people this...
Florida driver charged with reckless driving, vehicular homicide
The Florida driver who killed James White’s father in a September car crash is now facing charges for reckless driving and vehicular homicide. The New York Post reported this week that Daniel Chamblin was reportedly traveling at 95 miles per hour when he collided with...
What are the penalties for speeding in Florida?
In Florida, a speeding ticket can result in expensive fines. You can also receive driving record points that put your license in jeopardy. Review the penalties for a speeding offense in Sarasota County before facing a court date for this type of ticket. Speeding...
3 clear-cut signs of potential road rage
Road rage remains a problem in Florida and across the country. In fact, four out of five drivers report feeling angry behind the wheel during the past year. Even though road rage is common, it can be catastrophic to other motorists. If you can spot aggressive...
New school zone penalties can lead to license suspension
The return of the school year means school zones are once again active and school buses are back out on the road. Motorists should be careful to observe the traffic laws that cover driving through school zones and approaching school buses. Violating these laws can...
What Should Florida Drivers Know About Reckless Driving?
Operating a motor vehicle in any state in the country comes with a set of responsibilities and laws to obey. You might already know that most traffic offenses can be classified as “careless driving” if they do not fall under any other specific traffic law violations...
Reckless driving penalties are harsher than careless driving
Florida's laws require motorists to operate a vehicle carefully and in a prudent manner at all times. As noted on the Florida Legislature’s website, drivers must consider all curves, corners and traffic patterns. A one-vehicle accident caused by a lack of attention...
Rules for passing on roadways
Passing other vehicles on a two-lane roadway is one of the most dangerous maneuvers a driver can make while driving. Anytime a vehicle leaves its lane, there is a potential for a collision. On a two-lane road, a driver must take care when passing because he or she is...
Comparing careless driving to reckless driving
Driving is a privilege given to you by the state, and as a privilege, the state can take it away. To make things clear, the state puts laws into place to govern drivers and to help ensure roadways remain safe for everyone. One of the themes with road laws is that...
