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How to Avoid Deadly Driver Mistakes

Deadly Mistakes Drivers Make, and How to Avoid Them

Every day, thousands of people die in unnecessary vehicle-related accidents. Here are a few of the biggest deadly driver mistakes you want to steer clear from. Pun intended. Ignoring the Obvious There are many driving deaths every day that could have been prevented simply by...

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How to Fight a Florida Traffic Ticket

6 Ways to Fight your Traffic Ticket

Like anything else, contesting a traffic ticket has a bit of a risk to it. Rather than asking for forgiveness and leniency (which may result in a reduced fine), you’re telling the court that you were given the ticket unfairly in the first place. Here...

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Speed Limits on Florida Roads

Why Speeding Is Even Riskier in Florida

According to the National Motorists Association, Florida is the state “most likely to hand out a traffic ticket” in the U.S. So if you live in the Sunshine State and you’ve got a lead foot, just know that you run a high risk of getting...

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Drunk Driving Penalties and Fines in Florida

Drunk Driving in Florida: What’s It Cost?

Wondering how much a DUI costs in the Sunshine State? The short answer is: a lot. A DUI in Florida comes with many penalties, both monetary and otherwise. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect if you are convicted of a DUI. First Conviction...

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Florida Speeding Laws and Penalties

The Scoop on Florida Speeding Laws and Penalties

Florida speeding laws are strict – and for good reason. The state is well known for its street and drag racing history, so set rules are in place to curb this kind of behavior – and speeding in general – while driving on public roads....

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Florida point system

Points, Fines and How They Relate to Your Florida Driving Record

When you receive a traffic ticket in Florida, it will usually be accompanied by two consequences. Most infractions will come with a moderate monetary fine, which must be paid by a certain date.  Additionally, moving violations in Florida typically come with the addition of 3,...

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Know the Rules of the Road

Know the Rules of the Road—Limitations on Overtaking, Passing, Changing Lanes and Changing Course in Florida Stat

Florida driving regulations allow overtaking or passing of a slow-moving vehicle so long as you pass on the left, do not exceed the posted speed limit, allow at least 3 feet of space between you and the other car, and properly signal when shifting lanes....

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Improve Your Florida Driving Skills

Improve Your Florida Driving Skills—3 Reasons to Take Online Traffic School

Traffic School Online Florida is proud to be a leading provider of the 4-hour Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course (BDI), 8-hour Florida Intermediate Driver Improvement Course (IDI), and 12-hour Florida Advanced Driver Improvement Course (ADI). Our courses have been used by thousands of Florida drivers...