Services
Insurance
Loans
Repairs
Advice
About

Is lane splitting legal in Florida?

I recently bought a motorcycle in Miami and got my license. However, I was riding the other day when I noticed fellow motorcyclists driving between cars in traffic. I didn’t think this was legal, but maybe I’m mistaken. Is lane splitting legal or illegal in Florida?

avatar
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
 While many motorcyclists do it despite the law,
lane splitting
is technically illegal in
Florida
. Lane splitting is specifically prohibited by Florida Statute 316.209 (3), which reads:
  • No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.
If you’re stopped by police for lane splitting and cited by the officer, you may face the following consequences:
Fines are not uniform in the state of Florida, and the state allows each individual county to create its own fee schedules. The best way to avoid legal troubles and enjoy cruising on your bike is to drive safely and follow
Florida traffic laws
.
View full answer 
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.

Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance

Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance

√
No long forms
√
No spam or unwanted phone calls
√
Quotes from top insurance companies
Find insurance savings