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A wooden gavel rests on a desk in a courtroom.

A wooden gavel rests on a desk in a courtroom.

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Tampa Man Gets Over Two Decades in Prison for Sex Trafficking a Minor: What You Need to Know

September 26, 2025, 12:11 PM

A digital fingerprint is connected to multiple user icons in a network

A digital fingerprint is connected to multiple user icons in a network

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Beyond Prison: How Identity Theft Lands a Mexican National in Legal Trouble

September 26, 2025, 11:51 AM

A person works on a laptop and keyboard with 100 euro bills scattered on the table.

A person works on a laptop and keyboard with 100 euro bills scattered on the table.

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From UK to US: How a Nine-Year Sentence Shuts Down $28M Cryptocurrency Drug Ring, Aided by President Donald Trump’s Initiative

September 26, 2025, 9:54 AM

Hands chained with metal links struggle to free a banknote.

Hands chained with metal links struggle to free a banknote.

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Fraud Scheme Uncovered: How 13 Individuals Allegedly Stole $2.5 Million from Payroll Companies

September 25, 2025, 7:22 PM

A collection of illegal items including a handgun, bullets, a bag of white powder, and cash on a dark surface

A collection of illegal items including a handgun, bullets, a bag of white powder, and cash on a dark surface

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Miami Men Face Life in Prison: How Fentanyl, Heroin, and Firearms Trafficking Unfolded

September 25, 2025, 5:15 PM

A commissioner and assistant examine a board covered in surveillance photos.

A commissioner and assistant examine a board covered in surveillance photos.

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Beyond Prison: How Orlando Man’s ISIS Support Led to Six-Year Sentence

September 25, 2025, 5:14 PM

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Person's head and hands pressed against a dark surface, with hands raised

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Child Exploitation: Florida Man Pleads Guilty, Faces Life in Prison for Sex Crimes

September 25, 2025, 12:27 PM

Man in mask and hoodie lighting a Molotov cocktail in dark surroundings

Man in mask and hoodie lighting a Molotov cocktail in dark surroundings

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Arson Charges Filed: How a Punta Gorda Man’s Alleged Actions Impacted the Chabad Jewish Center

September 25, 2025, 12:24 PM

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Close-up of numbered bingo balls in a dark setting

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Bingo Bonanza: How Justice Returned $2.8M in Illegal Profits to Okaloosa County Charities

September 25, 2025, 12:22 PM

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Close-up of modern building facades with white and blue square windows

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Former Nodus Bank Chairman Juan Francisco Ramirez Pleads Guilty in $13.6 Million Wire Fraud Scheme, Facing 20 Years

September 24, 2025, 6:43 PM

Rolled up dollar bill next to a pile of white powder and a plastic bag

Rolled up dollar bill next to a pile of white powder and a plastic bag

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Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Conspiracy, Faces Decades in Prison

September 24, 2025, 6:37 PM

Law enforcement agents in tactical gear are engaged in a covert operation.

Law enforcement agents in tactical gear are engaged in a covert operation.

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Stock Exchange Bomb Plot Unveiled: How a Coral Springs Man’s Actions Led to Federal Charges

September 24, 2025, 6:35 PM

Hands in chains rest on a wooden table next to a Russian passport, symbolizing restriction and lack of freedom.

Hands in chains rest on a wooden table next to a Russian passport, symbolizing restriction and lack of freedom.

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ATM Skimming Scheme: How a Romanian National Defrauded Customers of Over $56,000

September 24, 2025, 6:35 PM

A police officer and a detective examine fingerprints and witness statements at a crime scene.

A police officer and a detective examine fingerprints and witness statements at a crime scene.

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Fraudulent Refund Scheme: How Five Men Exploited Payment Systems for Millions

September 24, 2025, 6:34 PM

Hand in black glove holding bullet casings over gun and money

Hand in black glove holding bullet casings over gun and money

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Pensacola Man Faces Federal Charges: What You Need to Know About the Machinegun, Drug, and Unregistered Firearm Case

September 29, 2025, 12:45 PM

A black and white photograph showing a person's hand gripping the handle of a handgun that is tucked into the back pocket of their jeans.

A black and white photograph showing a person's hand gripping the handle of a handgun that is tucked into the back pocket of their jeans.

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Illegal Firearm Possession: How President Donald Trump’s Promise Led to a 15-Year Prison Sentence for a Mexican National

September 24, 2025, 10:05 AM

An American flag is draped over a pair of handcuffs, symbolizing law enforcement and justice in the United States.

An American flag is draped over a pair of handcuffs, symbolizing law enforcement and justice in the United States.

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Sniper’s Aim: How a Hawaii Man’s Plot to Assassinate President Donald Trump Unfolded

September 23, 2025, 7:40 PM

Handcuffs rest atop an American flag, lit by dim lighting, symbolizing law enforcement and justice.

Handcuffs rest atop an American flag, lit by dim lighting, symbolizing law enforcement and justice.

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Prisoner Pleads Guilty to Meth Possession: What the $400 Lip Balm Lid Reveals About the Prison Drug Trade

September 23, 2025, 7:39 PM

A wooden gavel rests beside a cracked hourglass.

A wooden gavel rests beside a cracked hourglass.

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Beyond Fentanyl: Panama City Man Faces Decades in Prison After Guilty Plea on Drug, Firearm Charges

September 23, 2025, 7:39 PM

Close-up of bullets and a handgun on a dark textured surface

Close-up of bullets and a handgun on a dark textured surface

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Convicted Felon Gets Nearly Five Years in Prison for Illegal Firearm Possession

September 23, 2025, 7:39 PM