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FL H0449
Bill
Status
Introduced
11/14/2023
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary Committee
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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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