If you are reading this, odds are that you got a traffic ticket for “careless driving” in Florida and are worried about the points.
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Indeed, points on your driving record can be devastating. Not only can they result in the suspension of your driver’s license, but can cause your insurance premiums to go up.
So before you pay that ticket, keep reading!
Points for Careless Driving in Florida
Florida uses a point system, and every time you get a traffic ticket the Department of Motor Vehicles (also known as the DMV) can add points to your driving record.
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The number of points will depend on the traffic offense, but pursuant to Florida Statute 322.27, careless driving can result in three (3) points on your driving record; four (4) points if it caused a crash.
How to Avoid Points
Fortunately, points can be avoided. First, don’t pay that ticket. Paying that ticket is an admission of guilt, which automatically results in points. Second, you should consider contacting an experienced traffic attorney, such as TicketFit, to contest it. Even if you were at fault, you should always fight a careless driving ticket.
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At TicketFit, our traffic ticket lawyer has helped thousands of drivers avoid points. In fact, he dismisses careless driving tickets over 90% of the time! So if you have received a ticket and are worried about points, submit your information via our contact us form, or give us a call at (305) 775-3720 for a free consultation. We will be happy to help!