Official Florida Speeding Fine Schedule
Speeding citations in Florida are regulated under Florida Statutes § 318.18(3)(b) (Amount of penalties for moving violations and speeding). Fines are determined by the miles per hour (MPH) driven over the posted limit, combined with state-mandated surcharges and local court costs.
| Speed Over Limit | Base Fine | Mandatory State Fees | Estimated Total Cost | DMV Points | Court Appearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 5 MPH over speed limit (Non-School Zone) | $0 – $0 | +$0 | $0 – $0 | 0 pts | Optional / Mail |
| 6 to 9 MPH over speed limit | $25 – $25 | +$113 | $130 – $145 | 3 pts | Optional / Mail |
| 10 to 14 MPH over speed limit | $100 – $100 | +$115 | $205 – $225 | 3 pts | Optional / Mail |
| 15 to 19 MPH over speed limit | $150 – $150 | +$118 | $255 – $280 | 4 pts | Optional / Mail |
| 20 to 29 MPH over speed limit | $175 – $175 | +$120 | $280 – $310 | 4 pts | Optional / Mail |
| 30+ MPH over speed limit | $250 – $250 | +$120 | $355 – $400 | 4 pts | Mandatory |
Florida Driver License Point System
Points remain on your Florida driving record for 36 months from the date of conviction. Accumulating 12 points within 12 months triggers a mandatory 30-day driver license suspension.
Convictions remain on your official Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) record for 36 months. Insurance providers typically pull driving records annually and apply surcharges for up to 3 years following the conviction date.
Traffic School & Citation Dismissal in Florida
Under Florida Statute § 318.14(9), electing to attend an approved 4-hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course guarantees adjudication is withheld: zero points are added to your driving record, and you receive an 18% statutory discount on the civil penalty fine.
Eligibility Checklist for Florida:
- Must have a valid non-commercial driver license
- Must notify the Clerk of Court within 30 calendar days of receiving the ticket
- Allowed once every 12 months, with a maximum of 5 times in a driver's lifetime
- Must complete the approved 4-hour BDI course within the court-allotted timeframe (usually 60–90 days)
Disqualifiers:
- Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders
- Speeding 30+ mph over the posted speed limit (requires mandatory court appearance)
- Leaving the scene of an accident with damage or injury
Verified Statutory Authority
This calculator and legal summary are audited against current Florida legislative statutes and official court schedules: