Florida § 316.08 - Requirements of flagpersons.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 316.08 — Requirements of flagpersons., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 316.08. Requirements of flagpersons.
Any flagperson engaged in the direction of traffic on public roadways while accompanying an escort vehicle or any escort vehicle must: (1) Operate in accordance with all safety requirements prescribed by law and the Department of Transportation; (2) Operate only on the routes authorized by a special permit issued pursuant to s. 316.550 authorizing the specific vehicle and the load the flagperson or escort vehicle is accompanying; and (3) Meet any additional conditions required in the special permit.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 316.08
What does Florida Statutes § 316.08 cover?
Section 316.08 ("Requirements of flagpersons.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 316.08?
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