Click It or Ticket It Becomes Law

Beginning today, Tuesday, June 30, Florida law requires drivers and their passengers to wear their seatbelts or risk getting a ticket. Under the new seatbelt law, a Florida law enforcement officer will have a legal right to pull over the automobile and ticket those not wearing their seatbelts. No other type of violation will be necessary for officers to make a traffic stop. The state fine for a seatbelt violation will be $30. Plus, each county may impose additional fines and court fees.

Do you know the answers to these questions about driving in Florida?

• Do you know what Florida's "Move Over" law means?
• Do you know what information you'll get by calling 511?
• In an emergency, do you know how to call the Florida Highway Patrol from your cell phone?

This is important information that everyone driving in Florida should know. Find the answers to these questions and learn more about Florida driving in my Florida Driving Guide.