Michael Martin, a Florida millionaire known for a lengthy legal battle over an unauthorized pickleball court at his mansion, has been arrested again, this time on a "Super Speeding" charge. The 63-year-old was taken into custody by the Florida Highway Patrol on Saturday night for allegedly driving 125 mph in a 65 mph zone in Tampa.

Jail records indicate Martin was charged with operating a vehicle exceeding the speed limit by more than 50 mph, a second-degree misdemeanor traffic offense. He was released on a $150 cash bond. A representative for Martin told local affiliate WTSP that he has taken full responsibility for his actions and is cooperating with law enforcement, understanding the importance of safe driving laws.

This latest arrest follows Martin's previous incarceration earlier this year. He spent three weeks in jail for contempt of court after defying a judge's order to tear down a $1 million pickleball court and associated structures behind his Beach Park home. Martin had been released in May but was ordered to pay demolition costs into a trust account and comply with court orders to avoid further legal trouble.

The dispute over the pickleball court and a luxury guest house began in 2021 when Martin’s neighbors, Barbara and Gordon Babbitt, filed a legal injunction. The couple argued that the construction violated decades-old restrictions deeming the parcel non-buildable and that the guest house encroached on their property, blocked sunlight, and diminished their enjoyment of their own home.

Despite warnings and the commencement of legal proceedings, Martin continued construction. In 2023, Hillsborough County Circuit Judge Christopher Nash ruled in favor of the Babbitts, finding the structures violated city codes, state law, and original land plat restrictions. The judge ordered Martin to demolish the guest house, pool, and pickleball court and restore the land to a nonbuildable condition. Martin's neighbor Barbara Babbitt and her husband Gordon successfully sued to get rid of the extension - but their neighbor ended up in jail for contempt of court instead of complying with a judge's order to do so

Martin pursued multiple appeals, leaving the structures standing. This defiance ultimately led to his arrest and jailing earlier this year for contempt of court. His family and supporters rallied at the time, arguing that city officials' initial approval of permits had created a flawed situation. The Martin family attempted to get the word out by placing signs around the neighborhood

Reports indicated that demolition was scheduled to begin the week following his release from jail. Millionaire Michael Martin was back behind bars Saturday night on speeding charges