Florida Driver's Handbook
Chapter 4: Driving Privilege

4.2. Point System

Point System Violation Points
Leaving the scene of a crash resulting in property damage of more than $50 6
Unlawful speed resulting in a crash 6
Reckless driving 4
Any moving violation resulting in a crash 4
Passing a stopped school bus 4
Driving During Restricted Hours 3
Unlawful speed - 16 MPH or more over lawful or posted speed 4
The fine for exceeding the speed limit by more than 50 mph is $1,000 for the first offense and $2,500 for the second.
Violation of a traffic control signal/sign/device (red lights) 4
Unlawful speed - 15 MPH or less over lawful or posted speed 3
Fines are doubled when infractions occur within a school zone or construction zone, with possible civil penalties up to $1,000 and can be required to complete driving school course.)
All other moving violations (including parking on a highway
outside the limits of municipalities)
3
Violation of curfew 3
Open container as an operator 3
Child restraint violation 3

*The driver receives the same number of points listed if the conviction occurs out-of-state or in a federal court.

Length of Suspension Not more than
12 points within a 12-month period 30 days
18 points within an 18-month period 3 months
24 points within a 36-month period 1 year

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