Reckless Driving
Fla. Stat. 316.192 — up to 90 days or $500 the first time, a felony with serious bodily injury
Willful or wanton disregard. Driving any vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is reckless driving in Florida. Fleeing a law enforcement officer in a motor vehicle is reckless driving per se.
| Conviction | Penalty |
|---|---|
| ConvictionFirst | PenaltyUp to 90 days, a fine of $25 to $500, or both |
| ConvictionSecond or later | PenaltyUp to 6 months, a fine of $50 to $1,000, or both |
| ConvictionCausing damage to another's property or person | PenaltyMisdemeanor of the first degree |
| ConvictionCausing serious bodily injury to another | PenaltyFelony of the third degree |
Serious bodily injury means a physical condition creating a substantial risk of death, serious disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of a bodily member or organ. Where alcohol or drugs contributed, the court also orders a DUI program substance abuse course and evaluation.
Sources for this section (1)
- Fla. Stat. 316.192 — Reckless driving
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of September 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Florida attorney.