Traffic Violations

Reckless driving is illegal, and you can be cited for it. However, people sometimes question what specific actions can get them charged with reckless driving. This is different from one state to the next. In Florida, this charge involves driving in such a way that the...

When people get pulled over and they’re given a traffic ticket, they sometimes feel like they’ve been intentionally targeted or they’ve been given a ticket for a violation that everyone else is committing anyway. They don’t feel like it’s fair because, while they may...

Texting is a convenient way for friends and family members to exchange messages via their smartphones. But due to its convenience, many people abuse it by texting in situations where they shouldn’t, especially while they’re driving. Twenty-five percent of car...

What happens if you get a traffic ticket in Florida but don’t live there? Will you leave everything behind when you return home? These are some of the many questions you may have when you get a traffic citation as an out-of-state resident. For the most part, you will...

You can be cited for improper passing under Florida law. Many drivers don’t realize this and may not even know that they have made a mistake when they get pulled over. As a result, it’s important to know what an improper pass looks like so that you know if the charges...

You know that for safety reasons, it is necessary to wear a seat belt when driving. Originally, seat belts were added as “extra” safety measures in vehicles; however, eventually, it was mandated by law that you “buckle” up after it was discovered that wearing them...

There are two different types of offenses that you can be charged with while driving, which are primary and secondary offenses. The way that the police can enforce these is much different. For a secondary offense, the police can only add this to your charges if they...

Reckless driving in any form is a criminal offense in Florida. Depending on the circumstances of your case, an indictment and a conviction can lead to a variety of consequences, including fines, suspension of your driver’s license and jail time.  Florida law defines...

You certainly know that you can get a speeding ticket if the police catch you going well over the speed limit. If you go by a police officer at 90 miles per hour on the interstate, you probably start thinking about how you’re about to get pulled over right away. But...

Most people would admit to having driven less than optimally at some point. Yet that does not necessarily mean they were driving recklessly. If the police charge you with reckless driving, it is crucial to understand exactly what that means. If they have overstretched...