Florida speed limit News

Infamous Florida ‘Speed Trap’ Town Accused of Profiting from Tickets

The north Florida town of Waldo has long had a reputation as a speed trap, and it’s no wonder. A small segment of highway that runs through Waldo requires drivers to speed up and slow down six times: 65 mph …

Florida Gov. Scott to Veto 75 mph Speed Limit Bill

Responding to pleas from highway troopers and the state’s sheriffs, Florida Gov. Rick Scott said Tuesday he will veto a bill that could increase the speed limit on Florida highways from 70 to 75 mph. Scott said that he has …

Bill to Raise Florida Speed Limit to 75 mph Goes to Gov. Scott

The speed limit on Florida highways would increase from 70 to 75 mph under a bill the House narrowly passed, despite arguments that it would lead to more deaths. The measure passed on a 58-56 vote and now goes to …