Florida HSMV Form 75954 | UTC Transmittal Form

What Is Florida HSMV Form 75954?

Form HSMV 75954 is the official transmittal document that accompanies batches of Uniform Traffic Citations when they are submitted to the court. According to the FLHSMV forms directory, it is listed as the “Florida Uniform Traffic Citation Transmittal Form” and is available for download and completion.

The current revision of the form is HSMV 75954 (REV. 1/12). It is designed to list multiple citations on a single page (or multiple pages if needed) and records key details such as citation numbers, dates issued, and confirmation that court copies are attached.

You can download the official fillable PDF directly from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles:

Download Florida HSMV Form 75954 (Official PDF)

Legal Authority and Purpose

The requirement to use a department-approved transmittal form is established in Florida Statute 316.650. Specifically, subsection (6) states that the chief administrative officer of every traffic enforcement agency “shall transmit, on a form approved by the department, within 5 days after submission of the original, groups of issued citations and transmittal data to the court.”

The form serves several important purposes:

• Documents the transfer of citation copies from the issuing agency to the court
• Provides an official record of which citations were transmitted and when
• Supports the joint accountability requirement placed on courts, enforcement agencies, and the department under F.S. 316.650(2)
• Facilitates accurate record-keeping for both paper and electronic citation systems

For electronic citations, batches containing a replica of the citation data may be transmitted electronically in a format prescribed by the department, still within the five-day window after issuance to the violator.

Who Uses the Florida Uniform Traffic Citation Transmittal Form?

Form HSMV 75954 is primarily used by:

• Florida law enforcement agencies (including municipal police departments, county sheriff’s offices, and the Florida Highway Patrol)
• Chief administrative officers or designated personnel responsible for citation accountability
• Agency records or court liaison units that prepare citation batches for delivery to the Clerk of Court

Clerks of Court and Traffic Violations Bureaus receive the completed form along with the corresponding citation copies. The form is not typically completed by individual drivers or members of the public.

Key Sections of Form HSMV 75954

The official form contains the following main sections:

• Transmitted to: Pre-printed as “CLERK OF THE COURT – TVB”
• Transmitted By: Options for By Mail, In Person, or Other (with explanation under Remarks)
• Enforcement Agency: Name of the issuing law enforcement agency
• Address: Agency mailing or physical address
• Date: Date the transmittal is prepared
• Citation List: Columns for Citation Number, Date Issued, Court Copies Attached (Yes/No), and Remarks
• Total Number of Citations Listed
• Prepared By: Name or signature of the person preparing the form
• Received By: Signature and date of the court or TVB staff receiving the citations

The form also includes a certification statement referencing Florida Statute 316.650 and space for page numbering when multiple pages are used.

How to Complete Florida HSMV Form 75954?

Accurate completion of the form is essential for compliance. The FLHSMV Uniform Traffic Citation Procedures Manual provides general guidance on the transmittal process. Key steps include:

1. Enter the full name and address of the transmitting enforcement agency.
2. Indicate the method of transmission (mail, in person, or other).
3. List each citation number and the date it was issued.
4. Check “Yes” or “No” to confirm whether the court copies are attached for each citation.
5. Use the Remarks column for any special notes (for example, indicating that certain copies were delivered with an arrest affidavit).
6. Record the total number of citations listed on the form.
7. Have the form prepared and signed by the appropriate agency representative.
8. Obtain a signature and date from the receiving court or TVB staff when the citations are delivered.

Agencies should retain a copy of the completed transmittal form for their records as part of the overall citation accountability process.

Time Requirements for Transmission

Under Florida Statute 316.650(3) and (6), the original citation (or electronic replica) must generally be deposited with the court within five days after issuance to the violator. The chief administrative officer must then transmit groups of issued citations and the accompanying transmittal data on the approved form within five days after submission of the original.

Certain specialized citations (such as those issued under toll or red-light camera provisions) may have different timelines. Always consult the current statute and the FLHSMV Uniform Traffic Citation Procedures Manual for the most accurate requirements.

Paper vs. Electronic Citations

Florida supports both paper Uniform Traffic Citations and electronic citations (eCitations). For paper citations, Form HSMV 75954 is commonly used to accompany the physical court copies. For electronic systems, agencies may transmit batches of citation data electronically in a department-prescribed format, while still maintaining accountability records.

Law enforcement agencies that use approved eCitation vendors must still ensure timely transmission to the Clerk of Court. Some counties may require physical delivery of signed court copies even when data is transmitted electronically, particularly for citations that require a violator signature.

Where to Find Official Resources?

Trusted and current sources for Form HSMV 75954 and related procedures include:

• FLHSMV Official Forms Page – Lists Form 75954 and provides the direct PDF link
• Direct Download – HSMV 75954 PDF
• Florida Statute 316.650 (2025) – Legal authority for traffic citations and transmittal requirements
• Uniform Traffic Citation Procedures Manual (Revised December 2022) – Detailed guidance on citation completion and transmittal
• Instructions for Ordering Uniform Traffic Citations

For questions about citation procedures, agencies may contact FLHSMV at [email protected] or their assigned Senior Liaison Officer.

Importance of Accurate Use of Form HSMV 75954

Proper use of the Florida Uniform Traffic Citation Transmittal Form helps ensure:

• Timely court processing of traffic cases
• Accurate driver record updates through the Traffic Citation Accounting and Transmission System (TCATS)
• Compliance with statutory accountability requirements
• Reduced risk of lost or unaccounted-for citations

Errors or delays in transmission can affect case processing, driver license actions, and overall system integrity. Agencies are encouraged to follow the procedures outlined in the current UTC Procedures Manual and to maintain clear internal controls for citation inventory and transmittal.

Conclusion

The Florida HSMV Form 75954 – Florida Uniform Traffic Citation Transmittal Form is a vital administrative tool in Florida’s traffic enforcement and court system. Mandated by Florida Statute 316.650 and provided by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, it enables law enforcement agencies to systematically transmit issued citations to the courts while maintaining a clear audit trail.

Law enforcement personnel and agency administrators should always use the current official version of the form available from FLHSMV and adhere to the five-day transmission requirements. For the most up-to-date guidance, refer to the official FLHSMV resources linked above.