[fred53]

Originally Posted by outlaw

There are many Parcars (LSV) in TV that are not licensed and are capable of going over 20 mph. They are also allowed on the MMPs and golf courses. They have a VIN, so they are capable of being registered and licensed. There are also GEMs(LSV) that drive on the MMPs. There really is a lot of grey area in the whole LSV arena.

about vehicles being altered it would be someone who has altered their vehicle illegally....

[Walter123]

Originally Posted by outlaw

There are many Parcars (LSV) in TV that are not licensed and are capable of going over 20 mph. They are also allowed on the MMPs and golf courses. They have a VIN, so they are capable of being registered and licensed. There are also GEMs(LSV) that drive on the MMPs. There really is a lot of grey area in the whole LSV arena.

Don't know why you would single out Parcars and Gems. Any cart is capable of being modified.

[bob13]

My car can probably go around 100 but I don't go that fast. Use the same logic for your cart. Sometimes you need extra speed to pass safely or go up a hill. Just use your head and the cops won't bother you.

[MrRich]

Originally Posted by Fraugoofy

I was chatting with my neighbor today who informed me that if I get stopped for speeding in my golf cart on the road (not on the cart path) that I could be charged with a felony if my cart speed is set to go over 20 miles per hour. Can anyone shed some light on this? I mean I find it hard to believe that it could be a felony that my golf cart is set at 25 miles per hour. I do realize the speed limit is 20 mph and I rarely go over that, but my cart is set to a higher speed just because I bought the cart used and never changed the speed on the engine. I want to know if it anyone can share FACTS in relation to speed violations and a felony charge in the State of Florida. Thanks for the insight. Rae

What your friend is referring to is more than likely the fact that speeding in your golf cart on the road will subject you to criminal charges but I believe it is a misdemeanor. Once you exceed the permitted speed of 20 mph, you then become a motor vehicle. Once that occurs, aside from the litany of charges such as no seat belts, no windshield wipers, likely no insurance, you will be charged with operating an unregistered vehicle on the roadways of Florida. That, my friend, is a criminal offense in the state of Florida. Even more interesting is the fact that if you are a Canadian, you can be barred from reentering the country because of the criminal conviction. So, what's the hurry? Slow down. Besides, do you want to be involved in a crash in a speeding golf cart? A few pieces of plastic protecting you. Crazy.

[Dave@TV]

Although people in the United States are entitled to privacy and freedom from government intrusion, there is a limit to that privacy. State or federal police officers are allowed, where justified, to search your premises, car, or other property in order to look for and seize illegal items, stolen goods or evidence of a crime. DUI is a crime, therefore the police have the authority to make an arrest. Also, the owner/person responsible for the "private property" may give the police permission to conduct searches on that property.

[MDLNB]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

Florida statute 316.212 Operation of golf carts on certain roadways

After several pages of do's and don'ts,

Paragraph 9 reads:
(9) A violation of this section is a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable pursuant to chapter 318 as a moving violation for infractions of subsections (1)-(5) or a local ordinance corresponding thereto and enacted pursuant to subsection (8), or punishable pursuant to chapter 318 as a nonmoving violation for infractions of subsection (6), subsection (7), or a local ordinance corresponding thereto and enacted pursuant to subsection (8).

So, no "felony", no "criminal charges", but probably a good sized fine and maybe points on your license depending on whether you get a moving or non-moving citation (and what you plea bargain it down to)

I would think that there would NOT be points awarded on your license because no license is required to operate a golf cart. I could be wrong, but if so, then what happens to the 14 year old violator?

[Chatbrat]

Under 14 year old driving a golf cart, will get points and have their license suspended when they decide to get one--the offense will follow them--its part of their driving record. The person allowing them to drive will face criminal charges

[maxxkie]

very simple
you break the law, you pay
you hurt someone. you pay DEARLY

[tomwed]

Originally Posted by MDLNB

I would think that there would NOT be points awarded on your license because no license is required to operate a golf cart. I could be wrong, but if so, then what happens to the 14 year old violator?

I think they post pone issuing his drivers license or could postpone it. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

[outlaw]

Making a felon out of someone driving a golf cart over 20 mph shows just how oppressive our government and laws have become. What an indictment of the system. I'm surprised it isn't a felony for a bicyclist to go 25 mph on an "unregistered" bicycle. But maybe that is coming. After all, registration translates into revenue.

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by outlaw

Making a felon out of someone driving a golf cart over 20 mph shows just how oppressive our government and laws have become. What an indictment of the system. I'm surprised it isn't a felony for a bicyclist to go 25 mph on an "unregistered" bicycle. But maybe that is coming. After all, registration translates into revenue.

I have no reason in general to drive a golf cart over 20 mph. But we also know there are times you need to accelerate to avoid a problem, just as there are times you need to brake. If a cart can NEVER go over 20, it may create the very safety issue the law is trying to avoid. The same applies to autos---I don't think the highways would be safer if you could never accelerate out of danger. This means there will be those who abuse the extra horsepower, but that's what the police are for. It is highly unlikely that any LEO will cite you when he sees the circumstances that caused you to briefly exceed the speed limit.

[yabbadu]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

I have no reason in general to drive a golf cart over 20 mph. But we also know there are times you need to accelerate to avoid a problem, just as there are times you need to brake. If a cart can NEVER go over 20, it may create the very safety issue the law is trying to avoid. The same applies to autos---I don't think the highways would be safer if you could never accelerate out of danger. This means there will be those who abuse the extra horsepower, but that's what the police are for. It is highly unlikely that any LEO will cite you when he sees the circumstances that caused you to briefly exceed the speed limit.

Well said..........Thank You for your logic........

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

I have no reason in general to drive a golf cart over 20 mph. But we also know there are times you need to accelerate to avoid a problem, just as there are times you need to brake. If a cart can NEVER go over 20, it may create the very safety issue the law is trying to avoid. The same applies to autos---I don't think the highways would be safer if you could never accelerate out of danger. This means there will be those who abuse the extra horsepower, but that's what the police are for. It is highly unlikely that any LEO will cite you when he sees the circumstances that caused you to briefly exceed the speed limit.

Agree with your common sense approach to this and many issues.

[livsea2]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

If you are clocked going more than 20 mph, you will get a citation for driving a non registered vehicle, which is a criminal offense, said Katrina Berardi, deputy clerk with the Sumter County Clerk of Courts."


How can you get cited for driving a "non-registered vehicle" when these vehicles are not required to be registered???
Are you referring to a LSV on regular roads as opposed to and unregistered golf cart?

Easy...once you modify it to go over 20 MPH you are required to register it as a low speed vehicle, it is no longer considered a golf cart by law.

[Walter123]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

I have no reason in general to drive a golf cart over 20 mph. But we also know there are times you need to accelerate to avoid a problem, just as there are times you need to brake. If a cart can NEVER go over 20, it may create the very safety issue the law is trying to avoid. The same applies to autos---I don't think the highways would be safer if you could never accelerate out of danger. This means there will be those who abuse the extra horsepower, but that's what the police are for. It is highly unlikely that any LEO will cite you when he sees the circumstances that caused you to briefly exceed the speed limit.

You can believe that if you want. I don't. If your golf cart is capable of speeding then you deserve a fine. I don't care what the circumstances are and neither should a cop.