A Cape Coral man has been arrested by state authorities on charges related to possession of child sexual abuse material. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement says its ongoing investigation led to dozens of counts after digital evidence was seized…
Florida law enforcement agencies conducted a four-day statewide operation targeting commercial vehicle safety violations. Over 3,300 vehicles were inspected resulting in arrests on criminal charges as well as detentions for…
State and federal agency leaders will present findings from Operation Highway Shield in Orlando. The initiative targeted commercial vehicle safety violations across Florida. Media are invited to attend the April…
A former director with the City of Fruitland Park has been arrested following allegations she misused a city tax exemption certificate to avoid paying sales taxes on personal purchases. Authorities…
Seventeen sexual offenders and predators have been arrested in a multi-agency operation led by FDLE in Columbia County. The effort targeted compliance with state registration laws among known registrants. Cases…
A Port Richey man has been arrested by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement on charges related to possession of child sexual abuse materials. Authorities say the arrest follows an…
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has recognized staff from around the state who demonstrated outstanding service during 2025. Awards highlight achievements ranging from innovative forensic science advances to acts…
A Doral man has been arrested by FDLE’s S.A.F.E. Task Force on multiple drug charges involving fentanyl-laced MDMA in Miami-Dade County. Authorities seized drugs and a firearm following an investigation…
The Florida Justice Reform Institute released findings from a study on Florida’s 2023 tort reforms.
Attorney General James Uthmeier announced one hundred criminal charges against Blake McKinniss following an investigation into child exploitation materials in Sanford. Authorities say McKinniss faces up to 1,026 years if…
Attorney General James Uthmeier announced new actions against two individuals charged with possessing child pornography following investigations involving social media platforms. The cases underscore ongoing statewide efforts by law enforcement…
Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest of seven individuals involved in an organized retail theft ring that targeted beauty and fragrance products across several Florida counties.
Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced the results of a two-day operation targeting illegal gaming activities across Volusia, Brevard, Duval, and Flagler counties.
Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced the arrest of Keith Wallis, 39, from Palm Beach, in connection with an organized retail theft operation that affected multiple counties in Florida.
Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest of Oscar Fowler, a repeat offender whose federal prison sentence was commuted by autopen during the final days of the Biden administration.
Attorney General James Uthmeier and State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle have announced a new partnership to address human trafficking in South Florida.
Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced the creation of a Public Corruption Unit within Florida’s Office of Statewide Prosecution.
Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that Otiz Swinton Jr. has been sentenced to 21.6 years in prison for cyber fraud, the longest sentence of its kind since the creation of…
Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that Robert and Jaclyn Dell of St. Petersburg have been convicted for operating an organized retail theft scheme.
Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that a multi-circuit investigation has led to 51 arrests and the seizure of over 70 pounds of methamphetamine and 10 pounds of fentanyl.
Six individuals have been charged in connection with an organized cargo theft ring responsible for a series of thefts across Florida, resulting in nearly $7.8 million in losses.
Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced the conviction of Franklin Guillen Lara, a member of the SUR-13 gang, for multiple drug trafficking offenses in Hendry County.
Attorney General James Uthmeier has sent notices to nearly 80 companies linked to the U.S. Plastics Pact, the Consumer Goods Forum, or the Sustainable Packaging Coalition.
Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced the arrest and pending extradition of Justin Adkins, 29, from Rhode Island to Florida on charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor…
Florida officials have announced the largest seizure of illegal vaping products in the state’s history.
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