Don't Toss Butts

Did you know it’s a crime to toss a lit cigarette from a car?

It is.

Offenders could be arrested and charged with a first-degree misdemeanor.

Deputies are on the lookout for motorists who toss cigarettes or any other lit substances onto Collier County roadways.

It is a violation of Florida law to throw, drop, or dispose of a lighted match, cigarette, cigar, ashes, or other flaming or glowing substance onto a roadway, or any substance that could cause a wildfire.

The discarding of lit substances can cause major environmental, social and economic damages.

The loss of habitat, homes and even lives can result from discarding a lit substance onto a roadway.So keep your butts in your car.

Does Your Car Fit?

CCSO-trained specialists go through a 12-point checklist to help senior drivers make sure they are properly “fitted” for their cars and make sure they are driving safely.

To schedule a Car Fit session please call 793-9155 or e-mail us at trafficsafety@colliersheriff.net

Know The Rules Of The Road

Drivers need to know and obey Florida traffic laws when they’re behind the wheel in Collier County. That’s why the CCSO has compiled a list of frequently asked questions when it comes to driving on local roads.

Does everyone in the car I’m driving need to wear a seatbelt? What do I need to do if I receive a traffic citation? Get the answers to these questions and others by clicking here.