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4. Driving Privilege

• 4.1. Driving a Motor Vehicle in Florida is a Privilege You Earn
• 4.2. Point System
• 4.3. Red Light Cameras/Infractions
• 4.4. Mandatory Restriction for Minors
• 4.5. Zero Tolerance
• 4.6. Driving While Under the Influence
• 4.7. Other Serious Violations of the License Law
• 4.8. Administrative Hearings
• 4.9. Florida Motor Vehicle Insurance Laws
• 4.10. Traffic Crashes
• 4.11. Littering
• 4.12. Road Damage

Any driver under 21 years of age who is stopped by law enforcement and has a breath or blood alcohol level of .02 or higher will automatically have their driving privilege suspended for 6 months. Any driver under 21 with a breath or blood alcohol level of .05 or higher is required to attend a substance abuse course. An evaluation will be completed and parents or legal guardians will be notified of the results for all drivers under the age of 19.

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