Yes. It is unlawful for a person to willfully shine, point or focus a laser lighting device on an individual operating a motor vehicle, vessel, or aircraft.[1] For more information regarding driving, please visit the website at www.flhsmv.gov/index.html. [1] § 784.062, Fla. Stat.
DetailsYes. The Department of Highway Safety is required to make the driving records of teens available for viewing by the parents or guardians of the minor via the internet, free of charge. The availability of free records to parents ceases after the minor becomes 18 years old.[1] [1] § 322.20(13), Fla. Stat.
DetailsSection 316.3045(1), Florida Statutes, provides that it is unlawful for any person operating or occupying a motor vehicle on a street or highway to operate or amplify the sound produced by a radio, tape player, or other mechanical sound making device or instrument from within the motor vehicle so that it is audible at a…
DetailsEvery owner or registrant of a motor vehicle is required to purchase $10,000 of property damage liability insurance, as well as PIP insurance. A $30,000 combined limit of property damage and bodily injury liability is a legal option. This coverage pays for damage you or members of your family cause to other people’s property while…
DetailsYou are responsible for reporting the accident to your insurance carrier wherever an accident occurs and may be subject to criminal and/or civil liability in the location of the accident. If you are found guilty or in default of the suit outside of Florida, you may still be held liable in Florida and be subject…
DetailsFor accidents that happen in Florida, PIP covers you and relatives who live in your home, certain passengers, and others who drive your car with your permission. Pedestrians and bicyclists may also be covered under PIP if they are Florida residents and are injured as a result of a collision with a vehicle required to…
DetailsPersonal injury protection insurance (PIP) provides coverage regardless of whether you cause an accident (are “at-fault”). PIP is designed to reduce the necessity of suing for reimbursement of medical expenses and lost wages incurred as a result of auto accidents. PIP may pay for 80% of reasonable and necessary medical expenses, 60% of lost wages…
DetailsAccording to Florida law, if you own a motor vehicle with four or more wheels you must carry at least $10,000 of personal injury protection insurance (PIP) also known as no-fault insurance. A minimum of $10,000 of property damage liability insurance is also mandatory.[1] Failure to provide proof of insurance may result in a suspension…
DetailsIf you are guilty of an out of state driving infraction, points will be assessed against your Florida driver license.[1] [1] § 322.27, Fla. Stat.
DetailsIn addition to possible theft charges, you are also subject to losing your driver license.[1] [1] § 812.014(5), Fla. Stat.
DetailsYes. Florida law requires that students under age 18 be enrolled in an educational program and satisfactorily meet relevant attendance requirements in order to apply for or retain a driver license. Students under 18 who have unsatisfactory attendance records or drop out of school will have their license suspended. A student under the age of…
DetailsDriving is a privilege regulated by the State of Florida. It carries great responsibility.[1] [1] For more information, refer to Chapter 322, Fla. Stat.
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