Point System in Miami

Florida Traffic Violations Point Penalties

In Florida, pleading guilty to a moving traffic violation can result in points being added to your driving record. Points have a way of adding up and unless you take action to reduce your points or avoid having points added, they can have a negative affect on your life and lifestyle.

If your points reach a certain level during any given period, your insurance premiums will increase. If you receive 12 points within 12 months, your driver's license will be suspended for 30 days. If you receive 18 points within an 18 month period, your driver's license will be suspended for 3 months.

The Many Ways to Avoid Points

A traffic ticket is not a traffic violation unless you plead guilty by paying the fine or are found guilty in Traffic Court. In traffic cases, there may be many possible ways to avoid or reduce points and fines you incur. It may even be possible to get points removed after you have paid a fine, though that can be more difficult.

Attorney Daniel Schulefand handles over 100 traffic cases each week. He understands the many types of mistakes that police officers can make, the careless bookkeeping that occurs, and numerous other ways to reduce points. He and his associates will examine every possibility and work to present a persuasive case on your behalf.

Florida Points System

Speeding

15 Mph or Less Over Lawful or Posted Speed 3 Points
16 Mph or More Over Lawful or Posted Speed 4 Points

Other Violations

Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Property Damage more than $50 6 Points
Unlawful Speed Resulting in an Accident 6 Points
Reckless Driving 4 Points
Any Moving Violation Resulting in an Accident 4 Points
Other Moving Violations 3 Points
Open Container as an Operator 3 Points
Toll Violation 3 Points
When traffic violations occur within a school zone or construction zone, fines are doubled, with fines up to $1,000 and the need to complete a driving course.

Contact a Miami Traffic Ticket Attorney today to discuss points on your license.