FLHSMV Licensing, Fines & Penalties 3

Question 1

Under Florida law, what happens if a driver fails to pay a traffic fine within the specified time?

Accepted Answer

Their license may be suspended

Answer

Failing to pay a traffic fine in Florida can result in a license suspension until the fine and any reinstatement fees are paid.

Question 2

Florida's 'habitual traffic offender' designation applies to a driver who accumulates how many convictions within a 5-year period?

Accepted Answer

3 major offenses or 15 convictions

Answer

Florida classifies a driver as a habitual traffic offender after 3 major offenses or 15 convictions within 5 years, resulting in a 5-year revocation.

Question 3

What is the mandatory minimum jail time for a first-offense DUI conviction in Florida?

Accepted Answer

There is no mandatory minimum jail time

Answer

Florida does not mandate a minimum jail sentence for a first DUI, though a fine and other penalties are required.

Question 4

How many points does a Florida driver receive for a conviction of reckless driving?

Accepted Answer

4 points

Answer

Reckless driving adds 4 points to a Florida driver's record.

Question 5

In Florida, a driver whose license has been revoked for DUI must wait a minimum of how long before applying for reinstatement after a first offense?

Accepted Answer

6 months

Answer

A first DUI in Florida carries a minimum 180-day (approximately 6-month) revocation.

(FLHSMV) Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Practice Test