In Florida, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while using your hands to type, text, or email on a wireless communications device or while sending or reading data on such a device. Wireless communications devices include (but aren’t limited to) devices such as a cell phone, tablet, laptop, two-way messaging device, or electronic […]

Generally, a traffic stop is considered reasonable, and therefore legal: If the police have a legitimate reason (called “reasonable suspicion”) for stopping the motorist in the first place, and If police reasonably conduct the roadside detention. Random Traffic Stops Law enforcement officers cannot engage in random stops of drivers to check licenses and registrations. If […]

In Florida, every driver is required to maintain an auto insurance policy. According to Florida law, if you drive a motor vehicle with four or more wheels, you must carry at least $10,000 of personal injury protection insurance (PIP), also known as no-fault insurance. It is also mandatory to have a minimum of $10,000 of […]