Florida § 316.1922 - Dangerous excessive speeding.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 316.1922 — Dangerous excessive speeding., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 316.1922. Dangerous excessive speeding.
(1) 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. (2) A person convicted of dangerous excessive speeding shall be punished: (a) Upon a first conviction, by imprisonment for up to 30 days or by a fine of $500, or by both a fine and imprisonment. (b) Upon a second or subsequent conviction, by imprisonment for up to 90 days or by a fine of $1,000, or by both such fine and imprisonment. A person convicted of a second or subsequent violation of this section that occurs within 5 years after the date of a prior conviction for a violation of this section shall have his or her driving privilege revoked for at least 180 days but no more than 1 year.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 316.1922
What does Florida Statutes § 316.1922 cover?
Section 316.1922 ("Dangerous excessive speeding.") 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 § 316.1922?
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How does Florida § 316.1922 apply to my situation?
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