Florida · Florida Statutes — Title XXIII, Motor Vehicles
Fla. Stat. (Motor Vehicles) § 316.1935: Fleeing or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer; aggravated fleeing or eluding
What this law says, in plain English
It is unlawful to refuse to stop a vehicle when ordered by a law enforcement officer or to flee after stopping. Penalties escalate based on circumstances, including high-speed driving, reckless conduct, or causing injury or death.
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