When you drive a vehicle, you are expected to act responsibly and follow the rules of the road to keep yourself and other road users safe. In Florida, if you are going a few miles over the posted speed limit and not endangering anyone, then it is unlikely that a police officer will stop you. However, if you are found to be driving at an excessive speed, such as 30 MPH over the speed limit, then you will most likely receive a speeding ticket and face serious consequences in Indian River County.
If you are caught driving at least 30 miles per hour over the speed limit, then you will be considered to be endangering others on the road, and will likely face far more severe consequences than general speeding tickets. These consequences may include a court appearance, fines, and points on your license.
If you have been caught driving 30 miles per hour or more over the posted speed limit, then you should enlist the help of an experienced attorney. At The Law Place, our lawyers have dealt with countless cases involving excessive speeding. Our office in Indian River County is open 24/7, so we can offer expert advice to you whenever you need it. Call us today on (855)-831-7020 for a free consultation.
What Are the Circumstances of Your Traffic Stop?
The officer that pulls you over in Indian River County and the circumstances of your stop will determine on how much leniency an officer may be willing to show. For example, the officer may write you a ticket for traveling 29 mph over the speed limit. This would allow you to avoid some of the most severe consequences that you would have received if the ticket was written for traveling 30 mph or more over the speed limit.
However, the circumstances and location of your excessive speeding can also affect how serious and dangerous it appears to an officer. For example, if you were speeding close to a school, construction zone, or pedestrian area, the officer will be unlikely to show you any leniency, and your fines may be doubled. Your speeding ticket in Indian River County would be charged under Florida Statues 316.187, 316.189, or 316.183.
What Fines May Be Associated With My Speeding Ticket?
After being issued a speeding ticket in Indian River County, you should seek the advice of an experienced accident lawyer. These knowledgeable lawyers will work to help minimize the consequences that you could face.
Fines for speeding tickets vary depending on the county in which it is issued and can range from $276 to $500. Plus, if you were found to be driving 50 mph over the posted speed limit, then you could receive a fine of $1000. These fines can also vary depending on the circumstances of your case, your previous driving record, and the testimonial of the officer.
What Other Issues May Be Associated With My Speeding Ticket in Florida?
Speeding tickets for driving at such a high speed in Indian River County will result in a mandatory court appearance. This can be a daunting process, which is why at The Law Place, an attorney can appear on your behalf. This will not only save you the hassle of attending court, but it can also be of great help if you cannot miss work or live out of state.
Judges are accustomed to people trying to duck their way out of charges and have heard of all the possible excuses. Unless you have a genuine excuse for speeding and can prove it, it is better to leave the talking to your attorney, who will be able to speak to the judge on your behalf.
What Points Could I Receive on My Driving Record?
Many people find the points added to a driving license the most concerning aspect of being found guilty for speeding. If you are charged with speeding 30 miles per hour or more over the speed limit, then you will receive four points. If an accident was caused as a result of your speeding, then this fine would increase to six points. Moreover, you would be exempt from the option of attending a traffic school to avoid points.
Whilst these points might sound minor, points on your driving record can quickly add up. For example, if you receive 12 points in 12 months, then you will automatically lose your license for a month. The loss of a driver’s license can result in a great disruption to the way you live your life, such as being able to go to work or take your children to school.
Even if you have a clean driver’s license and are not concerned with losing your driver’s license, the financial burden can be huge. Points on your license will result in your insurance rates going up.
How Was My Driving Speed Measured?
The Florida Administrative Code website provides a comprehensive list of devices that may be used to measure speed in Indian River County to determine whether a vehicle may have been speeding. Only certain devices are approved to be used as evidence; the most common devices are:
Radar Gun
Radar guns are the most common method used by police officers to measure speed. In order to measure the speed at which a vehicle is traveling, it uses radio waves that bounce off your car. The device then uses those waves to identify what speed the car was traveling at.
In order for this device to work, the vehicle needs to be in sight of the radar gun. In the past, these guns have been known to give an inaccurate reading and require a degree of skill to be used. In addition, an officer must have a special license to be able to use them. The standards for use are laid out in Florida Statue 316.1906.
An experienced attorney may challenge the reading from radar speed detection, especially if you were speeding just a few miles per hour over the posted limit.
Laser Gun
Laser guns are becoming increasingly common in Florida as a way of measuring speeding. Whilst they look similar to radar guns, they work quite differently.
Laser guns shine a high powered laser onto a passing vehicle. The time that the laser then takes to bounce back is calculated against the speed of light to produce a reading.
How Can an Attorney Help You?
If you have received a ticket for speeding 30 miles per hour or more over the posted speed limit in Florida, then it is recommended that you seek the advice of an experienced attorney. They will work to do all they can to minimize the charges as well as attend court on your behalf.
An experienced attorney will try to convince the judge to withhold adjudication under certain conditions, e.g. if you commit no other traffic violations within a set period of time. Although you will still be liable to pay fines, you may avoid points on your driving license.
Call The Law Place Today!
At The Law Place, our experienced attorneys are here to help. They will work hard to secure the best possible outcome for your case in Florida. Don’t let a speeding ticket result in the loss of your license. Call us today on (855)-831-7020 for a free consultation.
Indian River County Courthouse
2000 16th Ave,
Vero Beach,
FL 32960