Starting July 1, 2025, the House Bill 351 (HB 351) brings a new category of offense for drivers in Florida: what the state calls “dangerous excessive speeding.” Under this law, a person who drives 50 mph or more above the posted limit, or at 100 mph or more, in a way that threatens other people or property, commits a serious offence rather than just an ordinary traffic violation.
If you’re convicted a second (or subsequent) time within five years, your driver’s licence can be revoked for at least 180 days (and up to a year) under the driver-license rules.
What This Means for Licensed Drivers, Ticketed Drivers & Traffic School
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If you hold a valid Florida driver’s licence, you’ll want to pay extra attention to your speed. A ticket for “normal” speeding might trigger driver-points and insurance hikes, but under this law, if you hit those extreme thresholds you could face criminal charges, licence revocation, and mandatory court appearances.
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For drivers who receive a ticket: If you get cited for going 50 mph+ over or 100 mph+, you’re no longer looking at a simple fine or driver-improvement class; you could be dragged into court, possibly face jail time or licence revocation.
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For those attending driver improvement or traffic-school courses: Even though programs like 4-hour Basic Driver Improvement (4 hour BDI), 8-hour Court Ordered classes or 12-hour Advanced Driver Improvement (12 hour ADI) exist for moving violations, this new law means that merely attending the class won’t override the serious nature of the violation. If your citation falls under the “super-speeder” tier, the court may impose additional penalties beyond the standard driver-improvement route.
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So if you’ve been told you must complete a Basic Driver Improvement course (often 4 hour BDI) or you’ve been Court Ordered to an 8-hour or 12-hour ADI, be aware: this new speeding law adds another layer of risk. Avoid treating speeding lightly, because the upside is no longer just “take the class and move on.”
Key Takeaways for Staying Safe and Compliant
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Don’t assume high-speed tickets are “just” traffic infractions anymore, if you exceed those thresholds (50+ mph over, or 100 mph+), expect the consequences to escalate.
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If you’re facing a ticket, read it carefully, ask: “Does this fall under HB 351’s definition of dangerous excessive speeding?” and check if you’ll be required to appear in court.
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If you’re required to take a driver-improvement course (4-hour BDI, 8-hour court-ordered, or 12-hour ADI), do so promptly and keep proof of completion. But understand that completing the class does not protect you from the law’s harsher consequences if your offense meets the “super speeder” criteria.
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Consider consulting a traffic attorney if you believe your violation may qualify under this new statute.
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Keep up with updates from the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and other official sources to ensure you’re aware of any further reforms.
Florida’s roads just got a little less forgiving when it comes to extreme speeding. Whether you’re a long-time licensed driver, recently ticketed, or gearing up to take a driver-improvement class, this change matters. Stay informed, drive safely, and remember you can always turn to GoToTrafficSchool.com to stay compliant with course requirements and maintain a clean driver record.