Caught Speeding in Florida This Week? You May Not Be Driving Home | Carscoops

      Officers are currently on high alert and will remain so until the 19th of this month.

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      by Stephen Rivers

      Florida has just initiated its annual speeding enforcement period statewide.

      Law enforcement and troopers will concentrate on apprehending speeders from July 14 to the 19th.

      The state's new super-speeder law stipulates that some offenders could be taken directly to jail.

      If you find yourself in the Sunshine State, now is certainly not the best time to speed. The state has recently implemented a law that allows law enforcement to take extremely fast speeders directly to jail. Over the coming days, the entire state will also focus on speeding enforcement. The aim of the campaign is to enhance safety for both drivers and pedestrians.

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      It is well known that speeding contributes to numerous crashes around the globe every day. According to data from 2022, Florida has the third-highest highway crash fatality rate. The NHTSA reports that speeding was a factor (not necessarily the cause) in 29 percent of all traffic fatalities in 2022, highlighting why states are eager to reduce these numbers.

      Operation Southern Slow Down is Underway

      This is a key reason Florida is enforcing a speeding campaign from July 14-19. Officers throughout the state will specifically target drivers exceeding the speed limit. This initiative, called Operation Southern Slow Down, includes areas such as Fort Myers, Jacksonville, Panama City, Miami, Daytona Beach, and Tampa, with Tallahassee also participating and drawing attention to two recent street racing arrests.

      According to authorities, Demetrial Thurman and Tykeria Thurman were engaged in a street race when they caused an accident, resulting in one of the racers being the only victim, though they have since recovered.

      “Street racing, speeding, and aggressive driving pose risks to everyone on our roads,” stated Chief Lawrence Revell. “TPD is dedicated to enforcing traffic laws and ensuring the safety of those who live, work, and travel in our community.”

      A Collaborative Effort

      Interestingly, Florida is not the only state involved in this initiative. Other southern states, including South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama, are participating as well. Essentially, the southern region is currently a no-speeding zone. Florida stands out, however, due to the implementation of its super-speeder law.

      Drivers caught going 100 mph or more can now be taken into custody immediately. The same rule applies to anyone exceeding the speed limit by 50 mph, even if they aren’t reaching triple digits. This decisive approach sends a clear message: reduce your speed or face immediate repercussions.