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FLORIDA - Florida lawmakers are considering a new bill that would crack down on drivers caught going at dangerously high speeds on state roads.
House Bill 351, introduced by Rep. Susan Plasencia, aims to create a new category of traffic offender known as “super speeders.”
Under the bill, a super speeder is defined as anyone caught driving 50 mph or more over the posted speed limit or anyone traveling at speeds of 100 mph or more—regardless of the speed limit.
If passed, the bill would significantly raise the consequences for these extreme speeding violations.
First-time offenders could face up to 90 days in jail, a $500 fine, or both.
A second offense would carry a minimum $5,000 fine, up to six months in jail, and a mandatory one-year driver’s license suspension.
Supporters of the bill argue that the tougher penalties are necessary due to a rise in high-speed driving incidents.
In Orange County, deputies issued 101 citations in January to drivers going over 100 mph—compared to just 29 during the same month the previous year.
Orange County Sheriff John Mina has backed the bill, pointing out the serious risks involved when drivers speed through residential areas. “
You’re going to hit a kid, you’re going to hit a dog, you’re going to kill someone,” Mina warned.
The bill is currently being reviewed by the Criminal Justice Subcommittee.
If it moves forward and is signed into law, it would take effect July 1, 2025.