Florida DMV Wants to Help Prevent Hit-and-runs.

A striking number of hit-and-run crashes occur yearly in the United States — and Florida is no exception. Hit-and-run crashes in Florida average over 103,000 per year. Still, it's the law, and drivers must be held accountable for their actions. Drivers who flee the scene are subject to charges of leaving the scene of an accident, driving on a suspended license, or both.

Florida law requires that police try to stop people running from hit-and-run crashes and issue possible citations to drivers. When this is not feasible, police can still charge drivers with leaving the scene of an accident without being stopped if they provided someone else with the vehicle registration and driver's license number.

Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles(FLHSMV) launches awareness campaign for February to reduce hit-and-run crashes and fatalities in Florida:

The month of February, which is designated as "Hit-and-Run Prevention Month," is a critical time to reduce hit-and-run crashes and fatalities in the state of Florida. FLHSMV will join the efforts of law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and the public to increase hit-and-run awareness throughout the month.

FLHSMV data shows an improvement in the number of hit-and-run crashes and fatal accidents from the previous year. The campaign, backed by the Florida National Guard, aims to reduce fatal and non-fatal hit-and-run crashes, ensure that drivers are held accountable for their actions, and continue to educate the public about the importance of reporting these crashes.

In 2022 there has been a 5% decrease in the number of hit-and-run crashes in Florida compared to the previous year, 2021. The campaign aims to reduce the number of hit-and-run crashes and fatalities even more.

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has played a key role in spreading the word about reporting fatal and non-fatal hit-and-run crashes. Florida Highway Patrol troopers have also been integral in increasing awareness. The department also partners with the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to launch a statewide campaign in February.