Florida drivers may now face jail time for excessive speeding under a state law that took effect Tuesday. The legislation aims to curb dangerous driving behavior by imposing harsher penalties on those caught driving at extremely high speeds.
Excessive speed law takes effect in Florida
Under the new law, drivers who are caught going 50 mph over the posted speed limit or traveling at least 100 miles per hour face significant consequences.
“I mean, wow, that should put a slow on people speeding,” said Nigel Ledford of Fort Pierce.
The law classifies “dangerous excessive speeding” as a criminal offense in the state of Florida. First-time offenders could be fined $500 and sentenced to up to 30 days in jail, while second-time offenders may face a $1,000 fine and up to 90 days in jail…