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FL H0449

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/14/2023

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • First offense for drag racing, street takeovers, or stunt driving remains a first-degree misdemeanor, but the maximum fine increases from $1,000 to $2,000 with a 1-year license revocation
  • Second offense within 1 year (reduced from 5 years) is elevated from a first-degree misdemeanor to a third-degree felony, with fines increased to $2,500–$4,000 (from $1,000–$3,000) and a 2-year license revocation
  • Third or subsequent offense within 5 years is elevated from a first-degree misdemeanor to a third-degree felony, with fines increased to $3,500–$7,500 (from $2,000–$5,000) and a 4-year license revocation
  • Knowingly impeding, obstructing, or interfering with an authorized emergency vehicle while participating in illegal racing or street takeovers is a new third-degree felony for a first offense and a second-degree felony for subsequent offenses, with a 4-year license revocation
  • Spectator fine is set at a flat $250 noncriminal traffic infraction, replacing the previous moving violation penalty structure; effective July 1, 2024

Legislative Description

Motor Vehicle Racing Penalties

Last Action

Laid on Table, refer to CS/SB 1764

3/6/2024

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/5/2024
Justice Appropriations Subcommittee1/29/2024
Criminal Justice Subcommittee11/22/2023

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