Where Can You Legally Drive a Golf Cart in Florida?
Only on streets designated for golf cart use by the county, municipality, or FDOT (Fla. Stat. § 316.212) — generally low-speed local streets, during daylight unless the cart is equipped for night use. Since October 1, 2023, Florida also requires golf cart operators under 18 to hold at least a learner's permit or driver's license, and operators 18+ to carry a valid government-issued photo ID. Registered Low Speed Vehicles may use any Florida street posted 35 mph or less statewide (§ 316.2122).
Florida Rules at a Glance
| Rule | Golf Cart | Registered LSV |
|---|---|---|
| Roads allowed | Locally designated golf cart streets | Any street posted ≤ 35 mph |
| Age / license | Under 18: learner's permit or license; 18+: photo ID | ✓ Valid driver's license |
| Title & registration | ✗ Not required | ✓ Required (Fla. Stat. § 320.01) |
| Insurance | Not required by state | ✓ PIP + property damage liability |
| Night driving | Only if equipped and locally allowed | ✓ With DOT lighting |
| Top speed | Under 20 mph | 20–25 mph |
County Rules Still Matter
Counties and cities decide which streets are designated — The Villages, Citrus County, and many Gulf Coast communities have extensive cart networks. For a county-by-county breakdown, see our Florida street-legal golf cart laws county guide and the Florida golf cart buyer's guide.
Official Florida Sources
- Fla. Stat. § 316.212 — golf cart operation on designated roads; 2023 license/ID requirements (HB 949)
- Fla. Stat. §§ 320.01, 316.2122 — LSV definition, registration, insurance, and 35 mph road access
- FLHSMV — Low Speed Vehicles — consumer guidance on golf carts vs. LSVs
TIGON in Florida
Shop golf carts for sale in Florida at TIGON Lecanto in Citrus County — serving Crystal River, Inverness, Homosassa, and the Nature Coast. Browse street-legal golf carts or call 1-844-844-6638.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to drive a golf cart in Florida?
Since October 1, 2023, Florida law (Fla. Stat. § 316.212) requires golf cart operators under 18 to hold at least a learner's permit or driver's license, and operators 18 and over to carry a valid government-issued photo ID. To drive a registered Low Speed Vehicle you must hold a valid driver's license.
Golf carts in FloridaWhat is the difference between a golf cart and an LSV in Florida?
A golf cart (top speed under 20 mph) may only be driven on streets designated for golf cart use by the county, municipality, or FDOT, generally during daylight. A Low Speed Vehicle (20–25 mph, Fla. Stat. § 320.01) must be titled, registered, and insured, and under § 316.2122 may operate on any Florida street posted 35 mph or less. Florida's FLHSMV publishes guidance on both classes.
Shop street-legal golf cartsWhat insurance does a street-legal golf cart need in Florida?
A registered LSV in Florida must carry PIP (personal injury protection) and property damage liability coverage, like other registered vehicles. Standard golf carts used on designated local streets are not required by the state to carry insurance, but many counties and communities require it. TIGON Lecanto serves Citrus County and all of Florida — call 1-844-844-6638.
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