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Super Speed, Super Consequences: Florida’s Tough New Reckless Driving Law
October 9, 2025By Alfredo Soto
Speeding has been a longstanding issue on Florida’s highways, but recent data shows how deadly it can be. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reported that speeding contributed to roughly 10% of traffic fatalities between 2019 and 2023, with most offenders being young males aged 16 to 25.[i] The reality is sobering: […]