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FL S1528
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/5/2024
Primary Sponsor
Transportation
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AI Summary
- Creates the "Vulnerable Road User Act" (Section 318.195, Florida Statutes) establishing enhanced penalties for moving violations that injure or kill vulnerable road users
- Requires a minimum fine of $1,500, completion of a department-approved driver improvement course, and at least a 30-day driver license revocation for moving violations causing serious bodily injury to a vulnerable road user
- Requires a minimum fine of $5,000, completion of a department-approved driver improvement course, and at least a 1-year driver license revocation for moving violations causing the death of a vulnerable road user
- Defines "vulnerable road user" by reference to existing law (s. 316.027(1)), which includes pedestrians, cyclists, and other non-motorized road users
- Does not prohibit additional criminal charges, convictions, or punishments under other laws; effective date of July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Violations Against Vulnerable Road Users
Last Action
Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/HB 1133
3/6/2024
Committee Referrals
Rules2/8/2024
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