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Florida’s Extreme Speeding Law — When a Speeding Ticket Becomes a Criminal Charge

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Infographic from Michael P. Maddux P.A. explaining Florida's extreme speeding law under Section 316.1926 Florida Statutes showing that drivers caught traveling 100 mph or more or 50 mph over the posted speed limit may face misdemeanor charges possible jail time probation and a permanent criminal record with a Florida Highway Patrol officer holding a radar gun reading 100 mph and a gavel resting on a book labeled Criminal Charges

Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years

Florida’s extreme speeding law, section 316.1926, Florida Statutes, continues to shift certain traffic offenses into the criminal arena. Drivers alleged to be traveling 100 mph or more, or 50 mph over the posted limit, may face misdemeanor charges rather than a simple citation. This exposes individuals — often with no prior record — to possible jail time, probation, and a permanent criminal history. As enforcement continues, these cases increasingly require careful evaluation of both the legality of the stop and the accuracy of speed measurement.

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