Driving in Florida is very easy. As long as you obey traffic signs and the basic rules, you will be just fine. Traffic signs in Florida exist for your safety and convenience. If you are driving to Florida or planning on renting a car when you get here, familiarize yourself with a few of the basic signs mentioned in the Florida Guide:
Stop signs
When driving in Florida, bring your vehicle to a complete stop at a stop sign. When you reach a 4-way stop sign, the rule is that the first car to arrive at their stop sign has the right of way and may cross first. The second car may proceed next and so on.
Speed limit
Within the state, speed limitations range between 30 to 45 miles per hour. Should you disobey the speed limit and get caught by a police officer while driving in Florida, be prepared to pay a fine. See our articles in the Florida Guide on radars and radar detectors to better understand and avoid trouble for speeding.
One Way sign
Some roads in Florida will have opposite traffic direction lanes set side-by-side. Some roads, however, are one-way streets. The one-way sign identifies these one-way streets in which traffic may only flow in one direction.
Do not block intersections at a red light
Make sure not to block an intersection at a red light. You can get a ticket for blocking the intersection. You can avoid doing this if you do not move forward to cross an intersection if you are unable to cross the entire intersection.
No U-Turn
Do not make a U-Turn where you see a No U-Turn sign. Again, if you break this rule, you may get a ticket. The Florida Guide suggests that instead, you proceed forward to the next corner that allows a U-Turn.
No turns
Some intersections have a signs indicating that turns are not allowed. Unless a specific turn is mentioned (right or left), you are not to make any turn in either direction. You may only drive forward. Follow these rules carefully when driving in Florida in order to avoid accidents or ticket fees.
Directional Street signs
Some lanes have directional information painted on the actual road. Make sure to be aware of whether the specific lane that you are in requires you to turn right, left or keep straight ahead. Make sure to obey these directions in order to avoid any accidents or fines while driving in Florida.
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