What is the Legal Definition of Racing in Florida?

What is “Racing”, per Florida Law?

A “race” means the use of one or more motor vehicles in competition, arising from a challenge to demonstrate superiority of a motor vehicle or driver and the acceptance or competitive response to that challenge…Fla Statutes 316.191 (1) (c).
What is “Drag Racing”, per Florida Law?

A “Drag race” means the operation of two or more motor vehicles from a point side by side at accelerating speeds in a competitive attempt to outdistance each other, or the operation of one or more motor vehicles over a common selected course, from the same point to the same point, for the purpose of comparing the relative speeds or power of acceleration of such motor vehicle or motor vehicles within a certain distance or time limit. Fla Statutes 316.191 (1) (c)

Have you been charged with Racing in the State of Florida. You could lose your license and vehicle. Racing on the Highway Defense Attorneys – Orlando, Florida.

Read more about the penalties of Racing on the Highway in the State of Florida.

 
What do I do if my license is suspended?

Driving is one of the most important freedoms that we can have. In today’s society it is essential that you have a drivers license to drive to work, pick up your kids, gets grocery and to run errands.

If your license has been suspended or revoked, a traffic attorney can provide you with the right representation to get your license back and you on the road again. We have seen thousands of traffic cases have years of experience to provide you with just representation.

We provide legal counsel from our offices in Orlando and Kissimmee for driver’s license suspension matters throughout Central Florida including Orange County, Seminole County and Volusia.

 
How to Choose a DUI Lawyer

If you have been recently arrested for drunk driving, it is recommended that you choose a due lawyer to represent you. No matter the circumstances, you always need a good lawyer to represent you when you are pressed with charges as serious as DUI charge.

Choosing a lawyer good lawyer is very important. This could me the difference between going to jail and staying out of jail. You should choose a traffic lawyer that has the experience to properly defend you in the court.

A good traffic lawyer will evaluate the circumstances of your arrest and is able to determine whether the police officer where within there rights to pull you over, properly evaluated the situation and if where enough proof to charge you for DUI in the first place.

It is important that your lawyer limited the damage that a DUI charge can bring you. Choose a lawyer that is local and has experience with your jurisdiction, i.e. If you live in Orange County, FL, it would be best to choose a lawyer that has experience in that area.