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Florida Criminal Traffic Defense Lawyers
Not all traffic violations are minor. In Florida, offenses like reckless driving, hit and run, or driving with a suspended license are criminal charges that can lead to jail time, fines, and a criminal record. You don't pay these off. You go to criminal court, and a conviction can follow you into job applications and insurance quotes for years.
Ticket Shield is a lawyer-led traffic defense firm, not a ticket app or a chatbot. A licensed Florida attorney reviews your charge, the evidence, and your record, then tells you what can be challenged.
WHAT WE HANDLE
What Criminal Traffic Charges Does Ticket Shield Handle in Florida?
What Criminal Traffic Charges Does Ticket Shield Handle in Florida?
Ticket Shield defends Florida drivers charged with reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, knowingly driving on a suspended license, street racing and stunt driving, super speeding, and riding without a motorcycle endorsement. Each one can leave you with a criminal record, not just a fine.
Ticket Shield defends Florida drivers charged with reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, knowingly driving on a suspended license, street racing and stunt driving, super speeding, and riding without a motorcycle endorsement. Each one can leave you with a criminal record, not just a fine.
Florida Super Speeder Ticket Lawyer
You were clocked at 100+ mph, or 50 over the limit. That's not a standard speeding ticket. It's a criminal charge with jail time on the table.
Florida Super Speeder Ticket Lawyer
You were clocked at 100+ mph, or 50 over the limit. That's not a standard speeding ticket. It's a criminal charge with jail time on the table.
Florida Super Speeder Ticket Lawyer
You were clocked at 100+ mph, or 50 over the limit. That's not a standard speeding ticket. It's a criminal charge with jail time on the table.
Florida Racing & Stunt Driving Lawyer
A racing charge isn't a traffic ticket. It's a criminal case that can take your license for up to four years. We fight to protect your license, reduce harsh penalties, and keep your record clean.
Florida Racing & Stunt Driving Lawyer
A racing charge isn't a traffic ticket. It's a criminal case that can take your license for up to four years. We fight to protect your license, reduce harsh penalties, and keep your record clean.
Florida Racing & Stunt Driving Lawyer
A racing charge isn't a traffic ticket. It's a criminal case that can take your license for up to four years. We fight to protect your license, reduce harsh penalties, and keep your record clean.
Driving on a Suspended License in Florida
You got pulled over and learned your license was suspended. If the state says you knew, that’s a criminal charge, not a ticket. Ticket Shield challenges the notice, fights the charge, and works to keep you out of jail and on the road.
Driving on a Suspended License in Florida
You got pulled over and learned your license was suspended. If the state says you knew, that’s a criminal charge, not a ticket. Ticket Shield challenges the notice, fights the charge, and works to keep you out of jail and on the road.
Driving on a Suspended License in Florida
You got pulled over and learned your license was suspended. If the state says you knew, that’s a criminal charge, not a ticket. Ticket Shield challenges the notice, fights the charge, and works to keep you out of jail and on the road.
Leaving Scene of an Accident
Leaving the scene can mean felony charges. We build your defense and fight to reduce or dismiss the case.
Leaving Scene of an Accident
Leaving the scene can mean felony charges. We build your defense and fight to reduce or dismiss the case.
Leaving Scene of an Accident
Leaving the scene can mean felony charges. We build your defense and fight to reduce or dismiss the case.
Reckless Driving Lawyer in Florida
A reckless driving charge isn't a traffic ticket. It's a criminal charge that can mean jail time, a criminal record, and 4 points on your license. You can't just pay it and move on.
Reckless Driving Lawyer in Florida
A reckless driving charge isn't a traffic ticket. It's a criminal charge that can mean jail time, a criminal record, and 4 points on your license. You can't just pay it and move on.
Reckless Driving Lawyer in Florida
A reckless driving charge isn't a traffic ticket. It's a criminal charge that can mean jail time, a criminal record, and 4 points on your license. You can't just pay it and move on.
No Motorcycle Endorsement
Riding without a motorcycle endorsement is a criminal charge in Florida, not just a ticket. Here's what's at stake and how to fix it.
No Motorcycle Endorsement
Riding without a motorcycle endorsement is a criminal charge in Florida, not just a ticket. Here's what's at stake and how to fix it.
No Motorcycle Endorsement
Riding without a motorcycle endorsement is a criminal charge in Florida, not just a ticket. Here's what's at stake and how to fix it.
No Motorcycle Endorsement
No Motorcycle Endorsement
Riding without a motorcycle endorsement is a criminal charge in Florida, not just a ticket. Under s. 322.03(5), it's a second-degree misdemeanor with up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. Getting endorsed before court can change your options.
Riding without a motorcycle endorsement is a criminal charge in Florida, not just a ticket. Under s. 322.03(5), it's a second-degree misdemeanor with up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. Getting endorsed before court can change your options.
Super Speeder
Super Speeder
Driving 50 mph or more over the limit, or 100 mph or more in a way that threatens people or property, is a crime under s. 316.1922. A first conviction carries up to 30 days in jail, a $500 fine, or both. We challenge the speed evidence and the stop.
Driving 50 mph or more over the limit, or 100 mph or more in a way that threatens people or property, is a crime under s. 316.1922. A first conviction carries up to 30 days in jail, a $500 fine, or both. We challenge the speed evidence and the stop.
Florida Racing and Stunt Driving Defense
Florida Racing and Stunt Driving Defense
Under s. 316.191, a first racing or stunt driving conviction is a first-degree misdemeanor with a fine of $500 to $2,000 and a 1-year license revocation. Officers can impound the vehicle on the spot. We look at whether the conduct actually meets the statute's definitions.
Under s. 316.191, a first racing or stunt driving conviction is a first-degree misdemeanor with a fine of $500 to $2,000 and a 1-year license revocation. Officers can impound the vehicle on the spot. We look at whether the conduct actually meets the statute's definitions.
Driving With a Suspended License
Driving With a Suspended License
Driving on a suspended license is only a crime under s. 322.34 if you knew about the suspension. We challenge notice issues and whether the prosecution can prove you knew. A third offense can be charged as a felony.
Driving on a suspended license is only a crime under s. 322.34 if you knew about the suspension. We challenge notice issues and whether the prosecution can prove you knew. A third offense can be charged as a felony.
Reckless Driving
Reckless Driving
A first reckless driving conviction under s. 316.192 carries up to 90 days in jail and a fine of $25 to $500. If someone is hurt or property is damaged, the charge goes up. We fight reckless driving charges and work to reduce them to careless driving.
A first reckless driving conviction under s. 316.192 carries up to 90 days in jail and a fine of $25 to $500. If someone is hurt or property is damaged, the charge goes up. We fight reckless driving charges and work to reduce them to careless driving.
Leaving the Scene of an Accident
Leaving the Scene of an Accident
Leaving the scene can mean felony charges. Under s. 316.027, leaving a crash with injury is a third-degree felony. A fatal crash carries a 4-year minimum prison sentence. We review the evidence of driver identification and every element of the charge to identify possible defenses.
Leaving the scene can mean felony charges. Under s. 316.027, leaving a crash with injury is a third-degree felony. A fatal crash carries a 4-year minimum prison sentence. We review the evidence of driver identification and every element of the charge to identify possible defenses.
What Is a Criminal Traffic Offense in Florida?
What Is a Criminal Traffic Offense in Florida?
A criminal traffic offense is a violation of Florida traffic law that can be prosecuted as a misdemeanor or felony. These charges may involve dangerous driving, failure to meet legal duties after an accident, or operating a vehicle without the required driving privileges.
A criminal traffic offense is a violation of Florida traffic law that can be prosecuted as a misdemeanor or felony. These charges may involve dangerous driving, failure to meet legal duties after an accident, or operating a vehicle without the required driving privileges.
Unlike most civil traffic infractions, criminal traffic offenses may carry jail or prison sentences, probation, and a criminal conviction. The specific penalties depend on the charge, prior offenses, and circumstances of the incident. A civil ticket ends with a fine and maybe points. A criminal charge ends with a judge.
Unlike most civil traffic infractions, criminal traffic offenses may carry jail or prison sentences, probation, and a criminal conviction. The specific penalties depend on the charge, prior offenses, and circumstances of the incident. A civil ticket ends with a fine and maybe points. A criminal charge ends with a judge.
What Are the Penalties for Criminal Traffic Violations in Florida?
What Are the Penalties for Criminal Traffic Violations in Florida?
Criminal traffic penalties in Florida depend on the offense, whether anyone was injured, and the driver's prior record. A conviction may result in fines, jail time, probation, or suspension or revocation of driving privileges. More serious offenses can result in felony charges and imprisonment.
A conviction can also have consequences beyond the courtroom. Depending on the charge and your circumstances, these may include higher insurance premiums, employment difficulties, and a criminal record.
Not every criminal traffic offense results in points on a Florida driver's license. License points, criminal penalties, and insurance consequences are separate issues, and the effects vary by violation.
Criminal traffic penalties in Florida depend on the offense, whether anyone was injured, and the driver's prior record. A conviction may result in fines, jail time, probation, or suspension or revocation of driving privileges. More serious offenses can result in felony charges and imprisonment.
A conviction can also have consequences beyond the courtroom. Depending on the charge and your circumstances, these may include higher insurance premiums, employment difficulties, and a criminal record.
Not every criminal traffic offense results in points on a Florida driver's license. License points, criminal penalties, and insurance consequences are separate issues, and the effects vary by violation.
How Can a Florida Criminal Traffic Lawyer Help?
How Can a Florida Criminal Traffic Lawyer Help?
At Ticket Shield, we focus solely on traffic-related defense for drivers in the Florida courts we serve. Here's what that looks like on your case:
We pull the citation, the arrest report, and any video or radar records.
We check each element the prosecutor has to prove, like knowledge of a suspension or who was driving.
We tell you plainly what's challengeable, then pursue a dismissal, a reduced charge, or another available resolution.
Your license and your record are the priority. An app can't do any of this. A lawyer can.
At Ticket Shield, we focus solely on traffic-related defense for drivers in the Florida courts we serve. Here's what that looks like on your case:
We pull the citation, the arrest report, and any video or radar records.
We check each element the prosecutor has to prove, like knowledge of a suspension or who was driving.
We tell you plainly what's challengeable, then pursue a dismissal, a reduced charge, or another available resolution.
Your license and your record are the priority. An app can't do any of this. A lawyer can.
STATEWIDE CRIMINAL TRAFFIC DEFENSE
Facing a Criminal Traffic Charge? Talk to a Lawyer Before Your Court Date.
A criminal traffic charge is not a ticket you pay and forget. Call (561) 781-8371 or submit your case online and a Ticket Shield attorney will review it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is a criminal traffic violation a misdemeanor or felony in Florida?
1. Is a criminal traffic violation a misdemeanor or felony in Florida?
2. Can a criminal traffic charge be reduced or dismissed?
2. Can a criminal traffic charge be reduced or dismissed?
Yes. Some criminal traffic charges may be reduced or dismissed when the evidence, legal circumstances, or available defenses support that outcome. A common example is reducing reckless driving to careless driving. An attorney can review the charge and determine whether challenging the evidence or negotiating with the prosecution may be appropriate.
Yes. Some criminal traffic charges may be reduced or dismissed when the evidence, legal circumstances, or available defenses support that outcome. A common example is reducing reckless driving to careless driving. An attorney can review the charge and determine whether challenging the evidence or negotiating with the prosecution may be appropriate.
3. Do I have to appear in court for a criminal traffic charge?
3. Do I have to appear in court for a criminal traffic charge?
Often, yes. Criminal traffic charges may require a court appearance. Whether your attorney can appear on your behalf depends on the charge, court requirements, and circumstances of your case. Do not assume you can miss a scheduled appearance without court authorization.
Often, yes. Criminal traffic charges may require a court appearance. Whether your attorney can appear on your behalf depends on the charge, court requirements, and circumstances of your case. Do not assume you can miss a scheduled appearance without court authorization.
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The Official Criminal Defense and Traffic Ticket Law Firm of Florida Atlantic Athletics
© 2026 All Right Reserved
Disclaimer: Message(s) frequency will vary. Message(s) data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel. This website contains a lot of information that is intended to generally educate the public about certain issues. However, nothing on this website constitutes legal advice, and the information within should not be treated so. As relevant laws are always changing, the information on this website cannot be guaranteed to be current, correct, or all-encompassing.
NO ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP. The use of the website does not create an attorney-client relationship. Until payment is made and there is an acceptance of the terms and conditions, there shall be no attorney-client relationship created. By way of this website, Ticket Shield, PLLC is not providing any legal advice. The content within this website is intended for informational purposes only. Visitors to this website should not act, or decline to act, based on any of the site’s content. Ticket Shield, PLLC may not be held liable for the use of information contained within www.ticketshield.com, or otherwise presented or retrieved through this website. Ticket Shield, PLLC disclaims all liability for any actions users of this site take or do not take, based on this site's content.
This disclaimer governs the use of our website; by using our website, the user accepts this disclaimer in full, and agrees that any input of personal information may be utilized by Ticket Shield, PLLC to contact, engage, etc. for purposes of ongoing or potential legal representation. Users who do not fully agree with every part of this disclaimer should not use this site. Ticket Shield, PLLC reserves the right to change the terms of this disclaimer at any time. Any user should check periodically for changes. By using this site after Ticket Shield, PLLC posts any changes, the user agrees to accept those changes, whether or not the user has reviewed them.
Ticket Shield, PLLC exclusively maintains a physical office in Broward County, FL. No reference of any other locality is meant to suggest that Ticket Shield, PLLC maintains an office, either physical or virtual, in that location. Please see the Contact Us page for further information. Any discussion of past results on this website is not indicative of future results. Results vary based on the individual facts and legal circumstances of each case. Results are never guaranteed. If you have any questions please speak to a member of the Ticket Shield team before pursuing representation.
The Official Criminal Defense and Traffic Ticket Law Firm of Florida Atlantic Athletics
© 2026 All Right Reserved
Disclaimer: Message(s) frequency will vary. Message(s) data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel. This website contains a lot of information that is intended to generally educate the public about certain issues. However, nothing on this website constitutes legal advice, and the information within should not be treated so. As relevant laws are always changing, the information on this website cannot be guaranteed to be current, correct, or all-encompassing.
NO ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP. The use of the website does not create an attorney-client relationship. Until payment is made and there is an acceptance of the terms and conditions, there shall be no attorney-client relationship created. By way of this website, Ticket Shield, PLLC is not providing any legal advice. The content within this website is intended for informational purposes only. Visitors to this website should not act, or decline to act, based on any of the site’s content. Ticket Shield, PLLC may not be held liable for the use of information contained within www.ticketshield.com, or otherwise presented or retrieved through this website. Ticket Shield, PLLC disclaims all liability for any actions users of this site take or do not take, based on this site's content.
This disclaimer governs the use of our website; by using our website, the user accepts this disclaimer in full, and agrees that any input of personal information may be utilized by Ticket Shield, PLLC to contact, engage, etc. for purposes of ongoing or potential legal representation. Users who do not fully agree with every part of this disclaimer should not use this site. Ticket Shield, PLLC reserves the right to change the terms of this disclaimer at any time. Any user should check periodically for changes. By using this site after Ticket Shield, PLLC posts any changes, the user agrees to accept those changes, whether or not the user has reviewed them.
Ticket Shield, PLLC exclusively maintains a physical office in Broward County, FL. No reference of any other locality is meant to suggest that Ticket Shield, PLLC maintains an office, either physical or virtual, in that location. Please see the Contact Us page for further information. Any discussion of past results on this website is not indicative of future results. Results vary based on the individual facts and legal circumstances of each case. Results are never guaranteed. If you have any questions please speak to a member of the Ticket Shield team before pursuing representation.