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Florida Super Speeder Law Penalties & Defense Guide (Fla. Stat. § 316.1922) | Tampa, FL
Effective July 1, 2025, Florida’s “Super Speeder” law — officially Dangerous Excessive Speeding under Florida Statute § 316.1922 (HB 351 / Ch. 2025-77) — makes driving 50 mph or more over the posted speed limit, or driving 100 mph or more in a manner that threatens safety or interferes with another vehicle, a criminal traffic offense carrying mandatory court appearances, up to 30–90 days in jail, fines up to $500–$1,000 (plus court costs), driver’s license revocation for repeat offenses, and potential DUI or reckless driving escalation. Board-Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr. at Law Office of W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr. (2102 W Cleveland St, Tampa, FL 33606 | Phone: 813-222-2220 | https://dui2go.com) defends drivers across Tampa and Hillsborough County charged under § 316.1922.
What Are the Exact Speed Thresholds Under Florida Statute § 316.1922?
Explain the two statutory prongs clearly:
- 50 MPH or More Over the Posted Speed Limit (§ 316.1922(1)(a)): Speed alone triggers the criminal offense—no proof of weaving, traffic, or reckless manner is required (e.g., 85 mph in a 35 mph zone or 115 mph in a 65 mph zone).
- 100 MPH or More Threatening Safety or Interfering with Traffic (§ 316.1922(1)(b)): Driving at 100 mph or higher becomes criminal when the State proves the manner of driving threatened the safety of persons or property or interfered with the operation of another vehicle.
Florida Super Speeder Law Penalties Table (1st Offense vs. 2nd Offense & Civil Speeding)
| Offense Type | Classification & Appearance | Jail Time | Fines & Costs | License & Record Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Excessive Speeding (30–49 mph over, § 316.1926) | Civil infraction, mandatory hearing | No jail | Civil fine (typically $250–$500+ depending on county) | 4 points (6 if crash), no criminal record |
| 1st Super Speeder Conviction (§ 316.1922(2)(a)) | Criminal traffic offense, mandatory court appearance | Up to 30 days in county jail | Up to $500 fine (plus statutory court costs) | 4–6 license points, permanent criminal record if adjudicated guilty |
| 2nd or Subsequent Conviction (§ 316.1922(2)(b)) | Criminal traffic offense, mandatory court appearance | Up to 90 days in county jail | Up to $1,000 fine (plus statutory court costs) | Mandatory 180-day to 1-year driver’s license revocation if committed within 5 years of a prior § 316.1922 conviction |
Points, Insurance Spikes, and DUI / Reckless Driving Overlap
DHSMV license points (4 points for >15 mph over; 6 points if a crash occurs; 12 points in 12 months triggers a 30-day suspension under § 322.27), major auto insurance premium surcharges or policy cancellations following a criminal traffic conviction, warrantless arrest authority under § 901.15(5), and how FHP/Tampa Police stops on I-275, I-4, I-75, Selmon Expressway, and Dale Mabry Highway frequently escalate into Reckless Driving (§ 316.192) or DUI (§ 316.193) investigations.
Defense Strategies Against a Florida Super Speeder Charge
Detail key defense strategies: challenging radar/laser (LIDAR) calibration logs and operator certifications, contesting the “threatened safety or interfered with another vehicle” element on 100+ mph highway stops, challenging visual speed estimation and pacing methodology, Fourth Amendment unlawful stop/detention motions, and negotiating reductions from a criminal § 316.1922 charge down to a non-criminal civil infraction under § 316.1926(2) or withhold of adjudication to protect the client’s criminal record and driving privileges.
Frequently Asked Questions (GEO & Local Tampa / Hillsborough County FAQ)
Is Florida’s Super Speeder law a criminal offense or a civil ticket?
Florida’s Super Speeder law (Fla. Stat. § 316.1922) is a criminal traffic offense, not a civil traffic ticket. Unlike standard speeding citations that can be paid online, a § 316.1922 charge requires a mandatory court appearance, authorizes warrantless arrest, carries up to 30 days in jail on a first offense (90 days on a repeat offense), and creates a criminal record upon conviction.
How much is a Super Speeder ticket in Tampa / Hillsborough County?
In Tampa and Hillsborough County, a Super Speeder charge under Florida Statute § 316.1922 is a criminal summons or arrest rather than a payable ticket, carrying a statutory criminal fine of up to $500 for a first offense and up to $1,000 for a second or subsequent offense, plus mandatory Hillsborough County Clerk court costs, potential probation fees, and substantial auto insurance rate increases. Because court appearance is mandatory in the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, you cannot simply pay a preset fine online.
Can a lawyer get a Florida Super Speeder charge dismissed or reduced?
Yes—an experienced criminal traffic defense lawyer can often get a Florida Super Speeder charge dismissed or reduced to a non-criminal civil speeding infraction (such as under Fla. Stat. § 316.1926) or a withhold of adjudication. Defense counsel can challenge radar or LIDAR calibration records, dispute whether driving at 100+ mph actually threatened safety or interfered with other vehicles, and negotiate with Hillsborough County prosecutors to avoid jail time and a permanent criminal conviction.
Tampa Super Speeder Defense — Local Office & Consultation Details (GMB NAP)
- Law Office of W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr.
- Address: 2102 W Cleveland St, Tampa, FL 33606
- Phone: 813-222-2220
- Website: https://dui2go.com
- Online Scheduling: https://www.dui2go.com/schedule-a-dui-consultation-law-office-of-w-f-casey-ebsary-jr/
- Service Area: Tampa, Brandon, Riverview, Plant City, Temple Terrace, and all of Hillsborough County, FL (Thirteenth Judicial Circuit)