Florida Statute 318.14(13) – 50+ MPH Over Fines

Florida Statute 318.14(13) explains the mandatory fines for drivers cited for speeding 50 miles per hour or more over the posted speed limit. Unlike standard speeding tickets, these violations are tied directly to Florida’s super speeder law and cannot be resolved by simply paying a reduced amount online. Drivers cited under this statute must attend a court hearing, pay mandatory fines, and face additional penalties including points and the risk of license suspension.

What Florida Statute 318.14(13) Says

The statute makes it clear that anyone convicted of driving 50 mph or more above the posted speed limit will face specific mandatory fines. These fines are set by law and must be imposed by the court. They cannot be waived or reduced below the statutory minimum. The fines increase for repeat violations and may be paired with other penalties under Florida traffic law.

Penalties for Violating 318.14(13)

If convicted, the court imposes the following mandatory fines:

• First violation: $1,000 fine, plus court costs
  
• Second violation: $2,500 fine, plus court costs, and a one-year driver license suspension
  
• Third or subsequent offense: $5,000 fine, plus court costs, and possible revocation of driving privileges
  

These fines are in addition to any other penalties imposed for related charges such as reckless driving under Florida Statute 316.192 or dangerous excessive speeding under 316.1922. The statute requires that the clerk’s office record the payment and compliance with the penalties, and failure to pay may result in license suspension.

Court Hearing Requirements

Drivers cited for 50 mph or more over the limit must attend court. The clerk’s office schedules a mandatory court date, and the driver must appear before a judge or hearing officer. At the court hearing, the judge will review the traffic citation, hear testimony from the law enforcement officer, and impose the mandatory fine and court costs. The judge may also order the driver to attend a basic driver improvement course or assign other penalties based on the violation.

Additional Penalties

Along with mandatory fines, drivers face:

• Points on the driver license, which count toward suspension under Florida Statute 322.27
  
• Higher insurance premiums due to the serious nature of the violation
  
• Additional fines if the violation occurred in a school zone, near a school bus, or in a construction zone
  
• Possible criminal charges if the violation involved reckless driving or other dangerous behavior
  

Because these penalties are closely connected to Florida’s super speeder law, they are among the most severe for traffic offenses in the state.

Compliance and Payment Options

The clerk’s office may allow a payment plan for mandatory fines if a driver cannot make full payment immediately. However, the fines cannot be reduced below the statutory amount. Payments may be made by money order, cashier’s check, or other methods accepted by the clerk. Drivers must provide proof of compliance, and failure to do so will result in additional fees and license suspension.

Why Representation Matters

Florida Statute 318.14(13) carries automatic penalties that affect your driving record and your license. Attorney David A. Haenel, who leads SuperSpeederLawyer.com, has represented thousands of Florida drivers facing super speeder citations. As the former chair of the Florida Bar Traffic Court Rules Committee and a former prosecutor, he knows how to challenge the underlying traffic case, review calibration records, and argue for reduced consequences beyond the mandatory fines. SuperSpeederLawyer.com is a branch of The Law Place, a Florida law firm with decades of combined experience in criminal defense and personal injury. With this experience, our attorneys protect drivers from the harshest outcomes.

FAQs

What is Florida Statute 318.14(13)

It is the statute that sets mandatory fines for drivers convicted of speeding 50 mph or more above the posted limit.

What fines apply for 50 mph over in Florida

The fines are $1,000 for a first offense, $2,500 for a second offense with a one-year suspension, and $5,000 for a third or subsequent offense with potential revocation.

Do I have to go to court for a 318.14(13) violation

Yes. A mandatory court hearing is required. The clerk’s office will provide your court date, and the judge will impose the fine and court costs.

Can I get the fine reduced

No. The fines set under Florida Statute 318.14(13) are mandatory. The judge cannot lower them below the statutory minimum. However, a lawyer may help reduce related penalties or negotiate other aspects of the case.

Is a 318.14(13) violation part of the super speeder law

Yes. Speeding 50 mph or more above the posted limit is one of the core offenses covered by Florida’s super speeder law, which imposes enhanced penalties and mandatory hearings.

Call for a Free Consultation

If you have been cited under Florida Statute 318.14(13), the penalties are severe and the fines are mandatory. Do not go to court without representation. Contact SuperSpeederLawyer.com for a free consultation. Led by attorney David A. Haenel and backed by The Law Place, our lawyers will review your case, explain your options, and fight to protect your driver license and your future.