F.S. §320.061 — Tag Alteration
Tag Alteration Enforcement Map
Explore where F.S. 320.061 tag alteration and obstruction citations are issued across Miami-Dade County. Search by agency, officer, and location — all sourced from public records.
We've filed a federal lawsuit challenging F.S. 320.061 as unconstitutional.
Two active court actions — federal declaratory relief + state court motion to dismiss.
Interactive Enforcement Map
Click clusters to zoom in. Click individual markers for citation details. Use the search bar and filters within the map to explore tag alteration enforcement patterns.
How to Use This Map
This interactive map provides multiple ways to explore tag alteration enforcement patterns in your area.
Search & Filter
Use the search bar to filter citations by officer name, agency, violation type, race, location, or city. Toggle filter chips to narrow your search.
Agency Legend
Click any agency in the right panel legend to filter the map to just that agency’s citations. Color-coded markers show which agency issued each ticket.
Cluster Navigation
Click colored clusters to zoom into enforcement hotspots. Click individual markers to see citation details including date, officer, and violation description.
Statewide Enforcement Split
Florida law enforcement agencies read the same statute and reached irreconcilable conclusions. Hover or tap a county to see how each agency interprets license plate frames covering “Sunshine State.”
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Contradiction Spotlight
Same Conduct. Opposite Conclusions.
Seminole County — December 15, 2025
“The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles does not consider the wording along the bottom of the plate to be a primary feature, and a frame can cover it.”
St. Lucie County — December 15, 2025
Infographic showed covering “SUNSHINE STATE” as a violation — directly contradicting Seminole County’s interpretation of the same FLHSMV guidance.
Both issued the same day — December 15, 2025. Same statute. Same frame. Opposite conclusions.
The FLHSMV Paradox
On December 12, 2025, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (“FLHSMV”) issued guidance to all Florida law-enforcement agencies: “This act does not prohibit the use of a license plate frame as long as the frame does not obscure visibility of the following: The alpha numeric plate identifier; The decal located in the top right hand corner of the license plate.” [Exhibit 11].
Despite this, at least 195 criminal citations were issued in Miami-Dade County after this guidance — including citations for the exact type of frame depicted in the FLHSMV’s own example. [Exhibit 10].
Key Enforcement Insights
Understanding tag alteration enforcement patterns can help you stay informed and protect your driving record.
High-Activity Corridors
Certain roads and intersections see significantly more tag enforcement activity. The map reveals these hotspots so you can stay aware in high-enforcement zones.
Multi-Agency Enforcement
Over 52 law enforcement agencies issue tag alteration citations across Miami-Dade County, from local police departments to the Florida Highway Patrol and county sheriff.
Your Right to Defend
Every tag alteration citation can be contested. Procedural errors, signage issues, and equipment defects are common grounds for dismissal that our attorneys identify in your free ticket scan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida Statute 320.061?
F.S. 320.061 covers the unlawful alteration or mutilation of a license plate tag or registration. This includes tag covers, obscured plates, and altered registration decals. Violations can carry fines and points on your driving record.
Where does this citation data come from?
All citation data is sourced from public records available through Miami-Dade County. Citations are geocoded based on the location reported on each ticket and mapped to their precise enforcement location.
How often is the map updated?
The map is updated regularly as new public records data becomes available. The current dataset covers citations issued from mid-2025 through early 2026.
Can I search for a specific officer or agency?
Yes. Use the search bar on the map to filter by officer name, agency (such as Miami-Dade SO, Miami PD, or Florida Highway Patrol), violation type, location, city, or defendant demographics.
I received a tag alteration citation. Can Ticket Toro help?
Absolutely. Ticket Toro specializes in defending Florida traffic citations with a 97% success rate. Upload a photo of your ticket for a free 60-second analysis, and our attorneys will build your defense.
What do the cluster colors on the map mean?
Blue clusters indicate 1–20 citations in that area, orange clusters indicate 21–50, and red clusters indicate 50+. Click any cluster to zoom in and see individual citation markers.
In the Press
Our constitutional challenge to F.S. 320.061 and enforcement data analysis have been featured by major news outlets.
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Telemundo 51 Investiga presenta la demanda constitucional de Ticket Toro contra la ley F.S. 320.061 en los tribunales de Florida.
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