Street Racing Laws And Penalties
Street Racing Laws And Penalties – A state trooper on patrol near the Gandy Bridge in Tampa pulled over a Nissan GTR going over 100 mph on Oct. 20, 2023. The driver was charged with street racing. | Florida Highway Patrol through WUSF
DeSantis’ office announced Monday that he had signed the bills, which passed during the legislative session that ended on March 8.
Street Racing Laws And Penalties
One of the bills (SB 1764) targets “connected” events where 10 or more cars are involved in “drag racing” and “street pick-ups.” It will increase fines and possible jail time for people who participate.
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Rep. Kiyan Michael, a Jacksonville Republican who sponsored the bill, said in February that the issue is a “public safety” problem that extends from Jacksonville to Miami. He added that the current sanctions are not a deterrent for many people.
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