Florida Reckless Driving Laws: Penalties, Points and Speed (2026)

Florida makes reckless driving a crime under section 316.192 of the Florida Statutes: any person who "drives any vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless driving." A first conviction carries up to 90 days in jail, a fine of $25 to $500, or both; the offense becomes a first-degree misdemeanor when it damages the property or person of another and a third-degree felony when it causes serious bodily injury.

Florida also has a speed-based offense. Since July 1, 2025, section 316.1922 makes "dangerous excessive speeding" (driving 50 mph or more over the limit, or 100 mph or more in a manner that threatens safety) a separate offense. Reckless driving carries 4 license points, and careless driving is a noncriminal moving violation. For other states, see reckless driving laws by state.

Information last verified on 2026-10-21. This article has not been reviewed by a licensed lawyer.

Jurisdiction scope: This article covers Florida state statutes on reckless driving (section 316.192), dangerous excessive speeding (316.1922), careless driving, racing and street takeovers (316.191), fleeing police, the license points and revocation rules in chapter 322, and driving without a valid license. It does not cover DUI penalties (see Florida DUI laws), vehicular homicide (see Florida manslaughter laws), leaving the scene of a crash (see Florida hit-and-run laws), city or county ordinances, or federal and commercial-driver rules beyond a short note.

What is reckless driving in Florida?

Section 316.192(1) defines the offense in two sentences:

"(a) Any person who drives any vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless driving. (b) Fleeing a law enforcement officer in a motor vehicle is reckless driving per se." Fla. Stat. 316.192(1)

The core offense has two parts: driving a vehicle, and doing it with willful or wanton disregard for the safety of people or property. The statute lists no specific acts. The second sentence makes one act reckless driving by definition: fleeing a law enforcement officer in a motor vehicle. Fleeing is also a separate felony under section 316.1935, covered below.

How Florida courts read "willful or wanton"

In Damoah v. State, 189 So. 3d 316 (Fla. 4th DCA 2016), a vehicular homicide appeal that applied the reckless-driving mental state, the Fourth District Court of Appeal explained that "Willful" means "intentional, knowing, and purposeful," and that "wanton" means with a "conscious and intentional indifference to consequences and with knowledge that damage is likely to be done to persons or property."

Quoting its earlier decision in Rubinger v. State, 98 So. 3d 659 (Fla. 4th DCA 2012), the court stated: "Speed alone does not constitute reckless conduct unless the speed is shown to be grossly excessive." On the facts before it, the court held: "While sufficient for a finding of simple negligence, these facts do not amount to the operation of a motor vehicle in a reckless manner likely to cause the death of, or great bodily harm to, another."

Is reckless driving a misdemeanor in Florida? Penalties

The answer depends on the result of the driving. Section 316.192 has three tiers.

No damage or injury. Section 316.192(2) provides that, "Except as provided in subsection (3)," a person convicted of reckless driving shall be punished:

• First conviction: "by imprisonment for a period of not more than 90 days or by fine of not less than $25 nor more than $500, or by both such fine and imprisonment" (316.192(2)(a)).
• Second or subsequent conviction: "by imprisonment for not more than 6 months or by a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $1,000, or by both such fine and imprisonment" (316.192(2)(b)).

Subsection (2) sets these ranges directly and does not name a degree of misdemeanor. Section 775.08(2) defines a misdemeanor as "any criminal offense that is punishable under the laws of this state ... by a term of imprisonment in a county correctional facility, except an extended term, not in excess of 1 year," and section 318.17(4) excludes reckless driving from the noncriminal traffic-infraction procedures of chapter 318. Section 316.192(4) adds $5 to any fine imposed under the section.

Damage to property or a person. Under section 316.192(3), a person who violates subsection (1), operates a vehicle, and "by reason of such operation, causes" damage to the property or person of another "commits a misdemeanor of the first degree." A first-degree misdemeanor is punishable by a definite term of up to 1 year (section 775.082(4)(a)) and a fine of up to $1,000 (section 775.083(1)(d)).

Serious bodily injury. If the reckless driving causes "Serious bodily injury to another," the offense is "a felony of the third degree" (316.192(3)(c)2.). A third-degree felony is punishable by up to 5 years in prison (775.082(3)(e)) and a fine of up to $5,000 (775.083(1)(c)). The statute defines the term:

"The term 'serious bodily injury' means an injury to another person, which consists of a physical condition that creates a substantial risk of death, serious personal disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ." Fla. Stat. 316.192(3)

Fleeing police: reckless driving per se and a separate felony

Fleeing an officer in a motor vehicle is reckless driving per se under 316.192(1)(b), and section 316.1935 makes aggravated forms of fleeing felonies. Under section 316.1935(3), a person who willfully flees or attempts to elude an officer in an authorized patrol vehicle, "with agency jurisdictional markings prominently displayed on the vehicle, with siren and lights activated," and who during the flight:

• "Drives at high speed, or in any manner which demonstrates a wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property," commits a second-degree felony (316.1935(3)(a)); or
• does so and "causes serious bodily injury or death to another person" commits a first-degree felony, and the court "shall sentence" the person "to a mandatory minimum sentence of 3 years imprisonment" (316.1935(3)(b)).

Willfully refusing or failing to stop after an officer's order to stop, or fleeing after stopping (316.1935(1)), and fleeing an officer in a marked patrol vehicle with siren and lights activated (316.1935(2)), are third-degree felonies. A first-degree felony is punishable by up to 30 years in prison (775.082(3)(b)1.) and a fine of up to $10,000 (775.083(1)(b)); a second-degree felony by up to 15 years (775.082(3)(d)) and a fine of up to $10,000.

For a conviction under subsection (1), (2), (3) or (4), section 316.1935(5) provides that the court "shall revoke, for a period not less than 1 year nor exceeding 5 years," the driver license. Section 316.1935(6) provides that no court may suspend, defer or withhold adjudication of guilt or imposition of sentence for any violation of the section, and section 316.1935(7) makes a motor vehicle involved in a violation contraband that may be seized and is subject to forfeiture.

How fast is reckless driving in Florida? Dangerous excessive speeding

Section 316.192 itself names no speed. Since July 1, 2025, Florida has a separate speed-based crime. Section 316.1922(1) provides that a person commits dangerous excessive speeding if he or she operates a motor vehicle:

"(a) In excess of the speed limit by 50 mph or more. (b) At 100 mph or more in a manner that threatens the safety of other persons or property or interferes with the operation of any vehicle." Fla. Stat. 316.1922(1)

The two branches work differently. Driving 50 mph or more over the limit is enough on its own. Driving 100 mph or more qualifies only when it is done "in a manner that threatens the safety of other persons or property or interferes with the operation of any vehicle."

Penalties under section 316.1922(2):

• First conviction: "imprisonment for up to 30 days or by a fine of $500, or by both a fine and imprisonment."
• Second or subsequent conviction: "imprisonment for up to 90 days or by a fine of $1,000, or by both such fine and imprisonment."
• License revocation: a person convicted of a second or later violation "that occurs within 5 years after the date of a prior conviction" under the section "shall have his or her driving privilege revoked for at least 180 days but no more than 1 year."

The section does not name a degree of misdemeanor. It was created by chapter 2025-77, Laws of Florida (CS/CS/CS/HB 351), effective July 1, 2025.

Ordinary speeding

Ordinary speeding is a noncriminal infraction. Section 316.183(1) provides that "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," and section 316.183(7) makes a violation "a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable as a moving violation as provided in chapter 318." Section 316.1926(2) separately provides that a driver who exceeds the limit by 50 mph or more under the listed speed sections "shall be cited for a moving violation, punishable as provided in chapter 318."

Section 318.18(3)(b) sets the civil fines for unlawful speed:

A driver cited under section 316.183(2), 316.187 or 316.189 for exceeding the speed limit by 30 mph or more, or cited under section 316.1926(2), must appear at a hearing (318.19(5)-(6)). A person who appears is deemed to have waived the civil penalty provisions of section 318.18, and if the infraction is proven the official may impose a civil penalty of up to $500, or up to $1,000 for unlawful speed in a school zone or construction zone (318.14(5)).

For points, section 322.27(3)(d)5. assigns unlawful speed "Not in excess of 15 miles per hour of lawful or posted speed" is 3 points, and speed "In excess of 15 miles per hour" is 4 points.

Reckless driving points and license suspension in Florida

Section 322.27(3)(d)1. assigns "Reckless driving, willful and wanton" 4 points. Points add up toward a suspension under section 322.27(3):

• 12 points within 12 months: suspension "for not more than 30 days."
• 18 points within 18 months: suspension "for a period of not more than 3 months."
• 24 points within 36 months: suspension "for a period of not more than 1 year."

Other license consequences:

• Three reckless driving charges in 12 months: mandatory revocation. Section 322.26 requires the department to "forthwith revoke the license or driving privilege of any person upon receiving a record of such person's conviction" of listed offenses, including "Conviction, or forfeiture of bail not vacated, upon three charges of reckless driving committed within a period of 12 months" (322.26(6)).
• Felonies committed with a motor vehicle: mandatory revocation. The same section requires revocation on conviction of "Any felony in the commission of which a motor vehicle is used" (322.26(3)).
• Court-directed suspension for a single conviction. Under section 322.27(2), the department "shall suspend the license" of a person convicted of a motor vehicle offense "upon direction of the court, when the court feels that the seriousness of the offense and the circumstances surrounding the conviction warrant the suspension of the licensee's driving privilege." This suspension is discretionary with the court.
• Department suspension after a crash. Under section 322.27(1)(b), the department may suspend a license without a preliminary hearing on a showing that the licensee "Has been convicted of a violation of any traffic law which resulted in a crash that caused the death or personal injury of another or property damage in excess of $500."
• Crashes. Section 316.655(2) provides that a driver convicted of a motor vehicle offense "which resulted in an accident, may have his or her driving privileges revoked or suspended by the court if the court finds such revocation or suspension warranted by the totality of the circumstances."
• Habitual traffic offender. Section 322.264 defines a habitual traffic offender by convictions within a 5-year period: three or more convictions, arising out of separate acts, of listed offenses (including voluntary or involuntary manslaughter resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle, any violation of section 316.193 (DUI), any felony in which a motor vehicle is used, driving while suspended or revoked, and driving without a valid license under 322.03, added effective July 1, 2026, by chapter 2026-53), or "Fifteen convictions for moving traffic offenses for which points may be assessed as set forth in s. 322.27."

For commercial drivers, federal rule 49 C.F.R. 383.51 (Table 2) lists reckless driving "as defined by State or local law" as a serious traffic violation, with a 60-day disqualification for a second conviction and a 120-day disqualification for a third within three years. On national park roads, 36 C.F.R. 4.2 adopts state traffic law, so Florida's reckless driving law applies there too; the reckless driving laws by state hub covers the federal layer.

Careless driving and aggressive careless driving in Florida

Careless driving is the lower-tier Florida offense, and it is not a crime. Section 316.1925(1) requires every driver on the streets or highways to drive "in a careful and prudent manner, having regard for the width, grade, curves, corners, traffic, and all other attendant circumstances, so as not to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person." Failing to do so "shall constitute careless driving," and under section 316.1925(2) a violator "shall be cited for a moving violation, punishable as provided in chapter 318."

Except as otherwise provided in that section, section 318.18(3)(a) sets a civil penalty of $60 for moving violations not requiring a mandatory appearance. A person who appears before the designated official, by choice or because a hearing is required, may face a civil penalty of up to $500 if the infraction is proven (318.14(5)). A hearing is mandatory when the infraction results in a crash that causes the death of another or serious bodily injury of another (318.19(1)-(2)).

If such an infraction is proven, section 318.14(5) requires a $1,000 civil penalty and a 6-month license suspension where a death resulted, or a $500 civil penalty and a 3-month suspension where serious bodily injury resulted, in addition to any other penalties. Higher penalties apply when the victim is a vulnerable road user.

The point schedule in section 322.27(3)(d) has no separate line for careless driving, so it falls under "All other moving violations," which carry 3 points (322.27(3)(d)8.). A moving violation in the schedule, other than unlawful speed and unlawful use of a wireless communications device, that results in a crash carries 4 points (322.27(3)(d)9.).

The two offenses differ in the mental state. Careless driving turns on failing to drive "in a careful and prudent manner." Reckless driving requires "willful or wanton disregard" for safety.

Section 316.1923 defines "aggressive careless driving" as "committing two or more of the following acts simultaneously or in succession":

• exceeding the posted speed as defined in section 322.27(3)(d)5.b.;
• unsafely or improperly changing lanes (section 316.085);
• following another vehicle too closely (section 316.0895(1));
• failing to yield the right-of-way (sections 316.079, 316.0815 or 316.123);
• improperly passing (sections 316.083, 316.084 or 316.085); and
• violating traffic control and signal devices (sections 316.074 and 316.075).

Section 316.1923 sets no penalty of its own. As a general rule, section 316.655(1) makes violations of chapter 316 noncriminal infractions, "except those violations with a specific criminal charge, as enumerated in s. 318.17."

Street racing, street takeovers and stunt driving in Florida

Section 316.191(2) covers drivers, organizers, passengers and others. A person may not:

• "Drive any motor vehicle in any street takeover, stunt driving, race, speed competition or contest, drag race or acceleration contest, test of physical endurance, or exhibition of speed or acceleration or for the purpose of making a speed record on any highway, roadway, or parking lot" (316.191(2)(a));
• in any manner participate in, coordinate through social media or otherwise, facilitate, or collect moneys at any location for any such race (316.191(2)(b));
• knowingly ride as a passenger in one (316.191(2)(c));
• "Purposefully cause the movement of traffic, including pedestrian traffic, to slow, stop, or be impeded" (316.191(2)(d));
• operate a motor vehicle for the purpose of filming or recording one, a paragraph that "does not apply to bona fide members of the news media" (316.191(2)(e)); or
• operate a motor vehicle carrying fuel for the purposes of fueling a vehicle involved in one (316.191(2)(f)).

Racing penalties

Two felony forms stand on their own:

• Coordinated street takeover. Section 316.191(1)(c) defines it as "10 or more vehicles operated in an organized manner to effect a street takeover." Under 316.191(3)(f), the arresting agency may also move to seize, under the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act, "any vehicle used in the violation of paragraph (d)."
• Blocking an emergency vehicle. A person who violates subsection (2) and "knowingly impedes, obstructs, or interferes with an authorized emergency vehicle" that is on call and responding to an emergency other than a violation of the section commits a third-degree felony (316.191(3)(c)). A second or subsequent such violation is a second-degree felony, and the department also revokes the license for 4 years (316.191(3)(d)).

For the racing statute, "Conviction" means "a determination of guilt that is the result of a plea or trial, regardless of whether adjudication is withheld" (316.191(1)(b)).

Spectators, arrest, impound and forfeiture

• Spectators. Section 316.191(4) provides that a person "may not be a spectator at any race, drag race, or street takeover" prohibited under subsection (2). A violation is "a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable by a fine of $400."
• Arrest. Section 316.191(5) authorizes an officer with probable cause to believe a person violated subsection (2) to arrest the person without a warrant.
• Impound. A motor vehicle used in a violation "may be impounded for a period of 30 business days" if an officer has arrested and taken a person into custody under subsection (5) (316.191(5)(c)).
• Forfeiture. A vehicle used in a violation by a person "within 5 years after the date of a prior conviction" under subsection (2) "may be seized and forfeited" under the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act, but only "if the owner of the motor vehicle is the person charged" (316.191(6)).
• Racetracks. The section "does not apply to licensed or duly authorized racetracks, drag strips, or other designated areas set aside by proper authorities for such purposes" (316.191(7)).

Wet reckless in Florida: what the statutes say

Florida's statutes address alcohol and reckless driving in two places, and neither creates a reduced alcohol-related reckless offense.

DUI program course. Section 316.192(5) provides that "if the court has reasonable cause to believe that the use of alcohol, chemical substances set forth in s. 877.111, or substances controlled under chapter 893 contributed to a violation of this section, the court shall direct the person so convicted to complete a DUI program substance abuse education course and evaluation as provided in s. 316.193(5) within a reasonable period of time specified by the court." This applies "In addition to any other penalty provided under this section."

Limits on pleas in DUI cases. Section 316.656(2) provides that no trial judge may accept "a plea of guilty to a lesser offense" from a person charged under its act who took a breath or blood test showing an alcohol content "of 0.15 percent or more," or from a person charged with a violation of section 316.193(3), "manslaughter resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle, or vehicular homicide."

No prior-offense rule. Neither the DUI statute (section 316.193) nor section 322.28 mentions reckless driving, and section 322.26(6) counts only reckless driving convictions toward its three-in-12-months revocation. No provision in those sections treats a reckless driving conviction as a prior DUI. For DUI penalties themselves, see Florida DUI laws.

Driving without a license in Florida

Florida separates driving with no valid license, failing to carry one, and driving while a license is suspended or revoked.

No valid license (section 322.03). Section 322.03(1)(a) provides that, except as otherwise authorized in chapter 322, "a person may not drive any motor vehicle upon a highway in this state unless such person has a valid driver license issued under this chapter." Under 322.03(1)(b):

• a first conviction is a second-degree misdemeanor (up to 60 days under 775.082(4)(b) and a fine of up to $500 under 775.083(1)(e));
• a second conviction is a first-degree misdemeanor; and
• a third or later conviction is a first-degree misdemeanor, "and the court must order the person to serve a minimum mandatory period of 10 days in jail."

Section 322.03(6) makes it a violation of the section to drive on the highways with a driver license that has been expired for more than 6 months. Section 322.03(7) provides that a person charged with a violation of the section, other than a violation of paragraph (2)(a), "may not be convicted" if, before or at the court or hearing appearance, the person produces in court or to the clerk of the court a driver license issued to him or her and valid at the time of arrest; the clerk may assess a $5 fee for dismissing the case.

License not in possession (section 322.15). Every licensee must have the license "in his or her immediate possession at all times when operating a motor vehicle" and must present it on demand of a law enforcement officer or an authorized department representative (322.15(1)). Section 318.18 provides: "If a person who is cited for a violation of s. 322.03, s. 322.065, or s. 322.15 can show a driver license issued to him or her and valid at the time of arrest, the clerk of the court may dismiss the case and may assess a dismissal fee of up to $10."

Suspended or revoked license (section 322.34).

• Driving while the license is canceled, suspended or revoked, without the knowledge element in subsection (2), is "a moving violation, punishable as provided in chapter 318," except for a habitual traffic offender (322.34(1)).
• Driving "knowing of such cancellation, suspension, revocation, or suspension or revocation equivalent status" is a second-degree misdemeanor on a first conviction, a first-degree misdemeanor on a second or later conviction, and carries a minimum of 10 days in jail on a third or later conviction (322.34(2)(a)-(b)).
• A third or later conviction is a third-degree felony when the current violation or the most recent prior one is tied to a suspension or revocation for driving under the influence, refusal to submit to a urine, breath-alcohol or blood alcohol test, a traffic offense causing death or serious bodily injury, or fleeing or eluding (322.34(2)(c)).
• A person who drives without a license required by 322.03, or while suspended or revoked under the listed sections, "and who by careless or negligent operation of the motor vehicle causes the death of or serious bodily injury to another human being commits a felony of the third degree" (322.34(6)).
• A person designated a habitual traffic offender under section 322.264 who drives a motor vehicle on the highways while so designated commits a third-degree felony (322.34(5)). The department revokes a habitual traffic offender's license, and the person is not eligible to be relicensed for a minimum of 5 years from the date of revocation, except as provided in section 322.271 (322.27(5)(a)).

Florida reckless driving and related offenses: penalty table

The class ranges come from section 775.082 (prison and jail terms) and section 775.083 (fines): up to 60 days and $500 for a second-degree misdemeanor, up to 1 year and $1,000 for a first-degree misdemeanor, and up to 5 years and $5,000 for a third-degree felony. Where a statute such as 316.191 sets its own fine, that fine is the one shown. For the full class table, see Florida felony and misdemeanor classes.

Vehicular homicide in Florida

When reckless driving causes a death, the governing Florida offense is vehicular homicide under section 782.071, covered on the Florida manslaughter laws page.

Recent changes to Florida reckless driving laws

• 2025: dangerous excessive speeding. Chapter 2025-77, Laws of Florida (CS/CS/CS/HB 351), created section 316.1922, effective July 1, 2025. It made driving 50 mph or more over the limit, or 100 mph or more in a manner that threatens safety, a separate offense with jail exposure and a revocation for a repeat within 5 years.
• 2026: habitual traffic offenders. Chapter 2026-53, Laws of Florida (CS/HB 35, "Isaiah's Law"), added driving a motor vehicle without a valid license in violation of section 322.03 to the offenses that count toward habitual traffic offender status (322.264(1)(g)), effective July 1, 2026.
• 2025: fleeing and mandatory hearings. Chapter 2025-75, Laws of Florida (CS/CS/HB 113), revised the patrol-vehicle marking requirements in section 316.1935, effective October 1, 2025. Chapter 2025-77 also added citations under section 316.1926(2) to the infractions that require a mandatory hearing under section 318.19, effective July 1, 2025.
• 2022 and 2024: street takeovers. Section 316.191 was amended by chapter 2022-180 and chapter 2024-146, Laws of Florida.
• Reckless driving itself. Section 316.192 was last amended by chapter 2006-290, Laws of Florida.

Related Florida laws

• Reckless driving laws by state
• Florida DUI laws
• Florida manslaughter laws
• Florida felony and misdemeanor classes
• Florida hit-and-run laws
• Florida expungement laws

This article is general legal information about Florida law, not legal advice. For a specific situation, contact a lawyer licensed in Florida, or the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for driver license questions.

Last updated: 2026-10-21.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is reckless driving a misdemeanor in Florida?

Yes, it is a crime. A plain first conviction under Florida Statutes 316.192(2)(a) carries up to 90 days, a $25 to $500 fine, or both. The subsection names no degree, but section 775.08(2) defines a misdemeanor as a criminal offense punishable by imprisonment in a county correctional facility of not more than 1 year, and section 318.17(4) excludes reckless driving from the noncriminal traffic-infraction procedures of chapter 318. Reckless driving that damages the property or person of another is a first-degree misdemeanor, and reckless driving that causes serious bodily injury is a third-degree felony (316.192(3)).

What counts as reckless driving in Florida?

Driving any vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property (316.192(1)(a)). Fleeing a law enforcement officer in a motor vehicle is reckless driving per se (316.192(1)(b)).

How fast is reckless driving in Florida?

Section 316.192 sets no speed. Since July 1, 2025, section 316.1922 makes it dangerous excessive speeding to drive 50 mph or more over the limit, or 100 mph or more in a manner that threatens the safety of others or interferes with any vehicle, with up to 30 days, a $500 fine, or both on a first conviction.

How many points is reckless driving in Florida?

Four points under Florida Statutes 322.27(3)(d). Points lead to suspensions of up to 30 days at 12 points in 12 months, up to 3 months at 18 points in 18 months, and up to 1 year at 24 points in 36 months.

Does a reckless driving conviction suspend your license in Florida?

Section 322.26(6) requires revocation on conviction of three reckless driving charges committed within 12 months, and section 322.26(3) requires revocation on conviction of any felony in the commission of which a motor vehicle is used. For a single conviction, section 322.27(2) lets the court direct a suspension when it finds the seriousness of the offense warrants one, and section 322.27(1)(b) lets the department suspend after a traffic conviction for a crash that caused death, personal injury or property damage over $500.

Can reckless driving be a felony in Florida?

Yes. Reckless driving that causes serious bodily injury to another is a third-degree felony under 316.192(3), punishable by up to 5 years and a $5,000 fine (775.082, 775.083).

What is careless driving in Florida?

Failing to drive in a careful and prudent manner that does not endanger the life, limb or property of any person (316.1925). It is a noncriminal moving violation with a $60 civil penalty when no hearing is required (318.18(3)(a)), and it carries 3 points, or 4 when it results in a crash (322.27(3)(d)). A crash causing death or serious bodily injury requires a hearing and brings a higher civil penalty and a license suspension (318.14(5), 318.19).

Does Florida have a wet reckless?

Neither the reckless driving section nor the DUI statute (316.193) has a rule that counts a reckless driving conviction as a prior DUI. Section 316.192(5) requires a DUI program course and evaluation when the court has reasonable cause to believe alcohol or drugs contributed to the violation, and section 316.656(2) bars a plea to a lesser offense in listed DUI cases.

Is a street takeover illegal in Florida?

Yes. Section 316.191(2) prohibits driving in or facilitating a street takeover, race or stunt driving. A first conviction is a first-degree misdemeanor with a $500 to $2,000 fine and a 1-year revocation, and driving in, impeding traffic for, filming from a vehicle or carrying fuel for a coordinated takeover of 10 or more vehicles is a third-degree felony (316.191(3)(f)).

What is the penalty for driving without a license in Florida?

Under 322.03(1), a first conviction is a second-degree misdemeanor (up to 60 days and $500), a second is a first-degree misdemeanor, and a third or later is a first-degree misdemeanor with a mandatory minimum of 10 days in jail.