Florida’s New "Super Speeder Law": What It Means for Drivers in Fort Lauderdale, Miami & Broward County

Effective July 1, 2025, Florida’s House Bill 351 criminalizes “dangerous excessive speeding," which is defined as going 50+ mph over the posted speed limit or traveling at 100+ mph on any highway, road or street, regardless of the posted speed limit. In other words, "just speeding" in the Sunshine State is now an arrestable, criminal offense involving jail time, criminal charges, and bail bonds—especially in areas like Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and throughout Broward, Palm Beach and Dade Counties.

If you’re arrested under this new Super Speeder Law, knowing your rights and working with an experienced bondsman is critical for getting out of jail quickly and minimizing disruptions to your daily life and routines.

Police and law enforcement officers are bracing themselves for super speeder arrests this summer, especially in areas like Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Broward County,

What Is the Florida Super Speeder Law?

Florida’s House Bill 351 classifies dangerous excessive speeding as a criminal offense. This is no longer just a traffic ticket that may cost you some money in fines or raise your insurance rates: It’s now a serious charge that could land you in jail in addition to such financial impositions.

You’re Considered a “Super Speeder” If:

• You drive 50+ mph over the speed limit

• You drive over 100 mph anywhere in Florida

What Are the Penalties?

Offense	Penalties
First Offense	Up to 30 days in jail, $500 fine, or both
Second Offense	Up to 90 days in jail, $1,000 fine, or both
Repeat Offenders	Driver’s license suspension for up to 1 year

From Palm Beach and Broward counties to Miami and the Florida Keys, there's no shortage of traffic congestion, road work, construction detours or distracted drivers. With millions of tourists and daily commuters on these roads (especially I-95, the Florida Turnpike, and other high-speed corridors), expect major crackdowns on extreme speeding all summer long in an effort to keep both residents and tourists safe and prevent avoidable traffic fatalities.

In fact, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), Broward Sheriff’s Office, and Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office and other first responders have documented hundreds of drivers exceeding 100 mph in recent years. Drag racing has also been on the rise in this area, despite numerous crackdowns and public safety campaigns discouraging it. Florida lawmakers say this new law is designed to save lives and reduce deadly crashes because more lenient measures have proven less effective and apparently inconsequential to habitual speeders.

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Bail Bonds in Fort Lauderdale & Miami for Super Speeder Arrests

Unfortunately, this means some drivers will find themselves relegated to passengers, albeit in the back of a police car... Under the new law, drivers are being arrested and taken to jail, even for first-time offenses. That means you or a loved one may need a licensed bail bondsman in South Florida who's available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

How Bail Bonds Work:

1. After being arrested and booked into jail, a magistrate judge will set your bail amount during a bond court hearing (typically within 24 hours of being arrested).

2. You or a family member contacts a licensed bail bondsman or bail bonding agency.

3. The bail bondsman is paid $100 or 10% of the bail amount for each charge (the "premium fee"). Some bondsmen may also require a separate security deposit, known as bond collateral, in addition to the premium fee.

4. A bail agent goes to the jail and posts the bond(s) for your full bond amount.

5. You're released from jail and must attend all court dates while out on bond.

Whether you’re in Orlando or Key West, working with a reputable bail bondsman local agency ensures fast response and understanding of local jail procedures.

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Need Bail Bonds in Fort Lauderdale or Miami?

At David Stern Bail Bonds, we offer 24/7 bail bonds services in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and across Broward County. Our experienced bondsmen are here to help you or your loved one get out of jail quickly and back on the road again. We know that navigate the legal process with confidence.

Fast Bail for:

• Super Speeder arrests

• Reckless driving

• DUI

• Drug charges

• Probation and Pre-Trial violations

• DWLS (driving while license suspended)

• Hit and runs

We serve all of South Florida, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Hialeah, South Beach and more.

Final Word: Don’t Speed! But If You Do, Know Who to Call...

Florida’s Super Speeder Law is now in full effect. If you’re caught speeding excessively, you could face arrest, jail time, and high fines. For residents and visitors in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and the rest of Broward, that means taking extra caution on the roads while knowing your rights if you’re arrested.