Understanding the nuances between different terms and concepts is crucial in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of traffic regulations and legal matters. One common area of confusion for drivers in Florida is the difference between license suspension and revocation. ...
You must have auto insurance for your vehicle to operate in Florida. In fact, you must show proof of automobile insurance before registering a car in the state. If you are caught driving without insurance, you may face severe consequences, including fines and license...
You probably know that driving is a privilege that can be withdrawn if you abuse it. In fact, thousands of Floridians get their driver’s licenses suspended for all manner of reasons each year. While some reasons for license suspension may be obvious, there are...
A driving license suspension may be a slight inconvenience to some people, but it could have serious implications on the lives of others. Think about a truck driver or a delivery guy who can no longer work because of a suspended driving license. Your livelihood may be...
Many Sarasota residents believe that seemingly minor traffic violations cannot put their driving license at risk. If you only violated one or two traffic laws over several years, driver’s license suspension probably will not be an issue. However, committing many...
For whatever reason, your driver’s license was suspended -- so you’ve had to get creative in order to get from place to place. Since golf carts aren’t exactly cars (and you’ve even seen kids driving them), are they an option? Golf carts are motor vehicles under...
Traffic citations or tickets seem merely irritating to most people. Getting stopped by the police means a disruption to your schedule, but the ticket itself may cost hundreds of dollars. It could also increase what you pay for liability insurance. The average person...
Vision is one sense that tends to change over time. Many people start out with good vision but may have it worsen as they age. Others may develop diseases, like cataracts, that make it harder for them to see clearly. Today, there are many operations and medications...
The majority of driver license suspensions in Florida occur due to unpaid fines and fees. The loss of the ability to drive represents a significant disadvantage for individuals who need to get to work, the grocery store and medical appointments. A better understanding...
An individual might assume that drivers who had their licenses suspended lost their driving privileges due to unsafe roadway habits. This may not be the case. As noted by the advocacy group Fines and Fees Justice Center, the majority of Florida’s suspended...
