chmurf
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I think I'm gonna take my chances
I wonder how fast the wi-fi is in Florida's cells ...
I think I'm gonna take my chances
Firstly, you are quoting one of my first posts in response to the thread. I did later admit that I got it wrong - so you didn't have to point that out for me, thanks
However, if you read the update on the FDHSMV website (as posted by Wayne above) you will find that the new statute violates the Geneva convention and therefore foregin visitors to Florida will not need an IDP. I will therefore NOT be getting an IDP
Wow sorry, I replied to that post as I read it, I didnt know you had to read every page then go back so thanks for your reply.
What about local police, what about sheriffs, what about all of the other Law Enforcement Agencies.
Right I've read what Wayne posted, you missed a word its MAY, When people
are trying to help sarcasm is not the best way to respond.
Firstly, you are quoting one of my first posts in response to the thread. I did later admit that I got it wrong - so you didn't have to point that out for me, thanks
However, if you read the update on the FDHSMV website (as posted by Wayne above) you will find that the new statute violates the Geneva convention and therefore foregin visitors to Florida will not need an IDP. I will therefore NOT be getting an IDP
And if you are still technically driving without the required documents by current Florida Law (never mind whether anyone plans to enforce it) might the insurance companies use it as another way to wriggle out of paying claims? They'll milk any excuse.
But at least this will be enough to avoid large numbers of angry stranded tourists at the airport car rental desks.
Andre
Actually it says it COULD be a violation and that ONE law enforcement agency will not actively enforce the law
Actually it says it MAY be a violation - since we're obviously splitting hairs
Actually it says it MAY be a violation - since we're obviously splitting hairs
News Flash: The Florida Department of Highways Safety and Motor Vehicles has advised that pending a review, the enforcement of the requirement for UK Drivers to have an International Driving Permit has been deferred.
Completely agree with you. Its a total farce and like you I will still go ahead and get one just to be on the safe side. I wouldn't want to end up being the test case for this in a court of law.For the sake of £11 we will still be getting IDPs for our trip in 7 weeks. Whilst I am not so worried about the law enforcement aspect I do not trust the insurance companies not to use it as a get out clause as it is still a law that is currently in force.
I think that this has to be the biggest mess of a law ever!