Can you get in trouble for getting stuck in an intersection? Here’s what Florida law says

There are plenty of gridlock situations in the Sunshine State when drivers get stuck in traffic, right in the middle of an intersection.It’s an awkward position, but it can also spark a more relevant question.Is it illegal?Under state statutes, drivers in Florida must be able to get past an intersection if they wish to drive through it. This means that if your vehicle gets stuck in the middle of the intersection and impedes traffic, it’s considered a violation of Florida law — a noncriminal traffic infraction, to be exact — which could get you a ticket.While entering on a green light is required, it does not override the responsibility to ensure there is enough space on the other side of the intersection to continue moving. This is why a citation can still be issued even when the light was green at the time a driver entered. The violation isn’t about the color of the signal, it’s about stopping within the intersection and obstructing traffic once the signal changes. In short: a green l