The Impact of Traffic Violations on Out-Of-State Drivers in Florida
According to VISITFLORIDA.org, Florida welcomed 143 million visitors in 2024, 1.6% more than in 2023. Most folks who visit the Sunshine State do so through non-air transportation, including travel by car. In 2023 alone, 60.1% of the state’s visitors (excluding residents) came via non-air means. If you also plan to visit the Sunshine State by car, whether for pleasure as part of your road...Read More
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How to Challenge Radar and Laser Evidence in Florida Traffic Cases
In 2020 alone, over 2 million citations were given to Florida drivers, according to Safer America. When you’re issued a speeding ticket in Florida, chances are the officer used either a radar or laser device to measure your speed. While this technology is standard in traffic enforcement, it’s not without faults. The radar’s reliability can be questioned if you want to avoid...Read More
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DUI Enforcement in Tampa: Laws, Checkpoints & Your Rights
DUI enforcement in Tampa continues to ramp up. In a recent initiative, 41 people were arrested during a weekend crackdown, highlighting how seriously local agencies take impaired driving. Even a first DUI charge can bring lasting consequences. Understanding Tampa DUI laws and checkpoint procedures helps protect DUI rights in Tampa and may even affect the outcome of a case. This legal guide for...Read More
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Florida DUI Laws for Marijuana
Driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida doesn’t only apply to alcohol. If you’re caught operating a vehicle while impaired by drugs, including marijuana, you can be charged with a DUI. This includes both recreational and medical marijuana, even if legally prescribed. In 2024, Florida had around 890 thousand medical cannabis patients, according to Statista.com. Unlike alcohol,...Read More
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Traffic Violations and Public Records: Who Can See Your Tickets?
Whether it’s a speeding ticket or a failure to stop at a red light, most drivers will receive a traffic violation at some point. In July 2024, for example, almost 200 citations were given in a matter of two weeks, as officers were cracking down on speeding and traffic violations, Fox 13 Tampa Bay reported. But what happens to that ticket after it’s issued? Are traffic tickets...Read More
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What’s the Difference Between Moving and Non-Moving Violations?
6.92% of Florida drivers get a speeding ticket every year, according to a MarketWatch study. When you receive a traffic ticket, it typically falls into one of two categories: moving violations and non-moving violations. Understanding the difference between these two types of offenses can help you know how serious the infraction is, what penalties may apply, and how it could affect your driving...Read More
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