Week In Review

This week, we announced the third consecutive report with a drop in statewide drug-related deaths. Along with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, we released the Florida Medical Examiners Drugs Identified in Deceased Persons 2023 Interim Report.
The report shows that total drug-…

This week, our Office of Statewide Prosecution announced the arrest of six fraudsters for stealing nearly $250,000 from Florida seniors through grandparent scams.
The defendants contacted seniors posing as lawyers or legal representatives of one of the victim’s grandchildren. The…

This week, we hosted a Cryptocurrency Scams Symposium in The Villages and recognized our top Seniors vs. Crime volunteers.
Florida is proud to be home to more than 5.5 million seniors. Unfortunately, there are bad actors who try to prey on older Floridians, but we are fighting back. Our…

This week, standing with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and other law enforcement partners, we announced the rescue of 10 human trafficking victims and a new statewide strike team.
The Florida Human Trafficking Strike Team is another way we are fighting back against…

This week, we shined a light on the dangers of opioid misuse and the power of naloxone to save lives. On Florida’s first Revive Awareness Day, we warned Floridians to never use illicit drugs and highlighted our Helping Heroes program.
Over the past several years, more than 100,000…

This week, we released our 2024 Hurricane Preparedness Guide to help Floridians get ready for what is expected to be a very active Atlantic Hurricane Season.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recently released their annual hurricane season forecast for the Atlantic Basin…

This week, I teamed up with the Florida Highway Patrol, Florida Department of Transportation, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving to urge Floridians to be cautious behind the wheel during the 100 Deadly Days of Summer.
Historically, Memorial Day through Labor Day is the most dangerous time…

This week, our entire nation recognized National Police Week, a time to honor the sacrifices made by courageous individuals who take the oath to protect and serve. With this week coming to an end, it is a great reminder that our law enforcement needs to feel supported, not just during this one…

This week, we memorialized those lost in the line of duty at the Florida Sheriffs Association’s annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony. My heart breaks for the families of these heroes and we must never forget their courage and sacrifice.
As Florida’s Attorney General and the wife of a…

This week, Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw and I urged Floridians to help us fight the opioid crisis by participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday.
Tomorrow, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Floridians can safely dispose of unused, unwanted and expired medications…

This week, I welcomed new Sarasota Police Department officers to the Florida law enforcement family at their swearing-in ceremony. Only in Florida, the most pro-law enforcement state in the nation, can you host a swearing-in ceremony where nearly 70% of the recruits moved from out-of-state.…

This week, I addressed local and state law enforcement officials during the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run at the Florida Capitol ahead of the 2024 Special Olympics Florida State Summer Games.
Every year, dating back to 1984, the Torch Run brings out city, county, state and federal law…

This week, standing with more than 30 Florida Sheriffs and the Florida Chamber of Commerce, we announced a first-of-its-kind report outlining how to keep our state on the right track.
Florida ranks high for population growth, business formations and tourism. This is no accident, and the…

This week, we launched our 2024 Tax Season Scam Series to help Floridians avoid falling prey to fraudulent schemes when preparing returns. 
As Tax Day approaches, it’s important to know that scammers may attempt to exploit the stress many feel when preparing taxes to steal personal and…

This week, standing with Daytona Beach first responders, we warned spring breakers to never use illicit drugs, as just one pill can kill.
Every year, millions of visitors come to enjoy our beautiful beaches during spring break. While this is an exciting time of year for students, law…

This week, we took legal action against the Cancer Recovery Foundation International and its founder and president for not directing funds to cancer patients as promised.
The foundation also operated and solicited donations under the name Women’s Cancer Fund. The foundation claimed that…

This week, we recognized National Consumer Protection Week. Our office works hard to combat scammers and criminals who attempt to take advantage of Floridians.
Since 2019, our Consumer Protection Division has secured more than $565 million in recoveries, including restitution, penalties…

This week, we announced the launch of Florida’s Cold Case Investigations Unit that will help law enforcement agencies throughout the state with unsolved crimes.
There are hundreds of thousands of unsolved murders in the U.S. and that number is growing every year. According to Project Cold…

This week, we warned Floridians about digital check manipulation scams, commonly called check cooking. Fraudsters are digitally altering stolen checks to fill their own bank accounts while draining those of victims.
In this scheme, fraudsters take photos of stolen checks and use digital…

This week, I issued a warning to Floridians about the continuing dangers of fentanyl and how just One Pill Can Kill.
According to the 2022 Florida Medical Examiners’ Drugs in Deceased Persons Annual Report, more than 6,200 people died after using fentanyl in 2022.
The report also…