Under Florida Statute 316.123, you must come to a complete stop when approaching an intersection with a stop sign. If you fail to do so, you will be issued a stop sign ticket with hefty penalties!

However, don’t just pay that ticket and get points on your driving record. Call TicketFit at 305-775-3720 or send us an email for help.

At TicketFit, our traffic ticket attorney has successfully dismissed thousands of traffic tickets in Florida and can help you avoid the penalties of this violation.

Stop Sign Ticket Penalties

Getting a running a stop sign ticket in Florida can be costly, and can also affect your driving record and insurance rates.

The average fine for running a stop sign is $179. However, If you run a stop in a construction or school zone, that fine is doubled.

In addition, a stop sign ticket carries with it three points; four points if there was an accident. Points on your driving record not only suspend your driver’s license, but can significantly increase your insurance premiums.

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Moreover, there are some cases where you can also face a license suspension or criminal charge. For example, if the officer believed that you were driving recklessly when running the stop. For this reason, it is important you contact an experienced traffic attorney to review your case.

Our Florida Traffic Ticket Lawyer Can Help

Just because you got a running a stop sign ticket doesn’t mean you are guilty; perhaps the stop sign was hidden, the police couldn’t see your car clearly, or the stop bar was faded.

At TicketFit, our traffic ticket lawyer is ready to help you. He will fight aggressively to dismiss your case or reduce your penalties. Don’t delay, call us at 305-775-3720 or submit your ticket online via our contact us form for a free consultation.