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Southern District of Florida

Explore the Southern District of Florida: legal news, court updates, and key cases.

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A man in a polo shirt and jeans is being escorted by a group of heavily armed and masked police officers at night

A man in a polo shirt and jeans is being escorted by a group of heavily armed and masked police officers at night

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From Guatemala to Miami: How “Gordo” Faces Life in Prison for U.S. Cocaine Conspiracy

September 9, 2025, 9:55 PM

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A gavel, handcuffs, and law books are isolated against a black background.

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Illegal Reentry: Honduran National Sentenced to Prison After Fifth U.S. Border Breach

September 6, 2025, 11:17 AM

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A gavel rests on a block next to the words "regulations" and "legislation," with the word "Legislation" partially visible.

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Beyond Bars: Nicaraguan National Gets Five Years in Miami for Illegal Reentry After Prior Deportation

September 3, 2025, 5:31 PM

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A collection of military equipment, including a rifle, a pistol, grenades, and ammunition, on a piece of cloth.

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Beyond the Arsenal: How a Margate Man’s Hate-Fueled Attack Plans Were Stopped

August 30, 2025, 8:13 PM

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A blurry image of a person in an orange jumpsuit in a courtroom, with a judge visible in the background.

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Beyond Prison: How Escondido Sex Offender’s Life Sentence Impacts Child Exploitation Cases

August 29, 2025, 7:19 PM

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A person is shown from the back, wearing handcuffs with their hands behind them

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Life Sentence for Louisiana Sex Offender: How a Florida Minor’s Phone Led to Justice

August 29, 2025, 6:26 PM

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A courtroom sketch shows a man in a suit seated at a table, facing away from the viewer

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El Mayo’s Downfall: How the Sinaloa Cartel Co-Founder’s Guilty Plea Impacts the Fight Against Drug Trafficking

August 27, 2025, 1:03 PM

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Kaseya Center - Miami Heat

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Ex-Miami Heat Security Officer’s $1.9M Jersey Heist: How He Exploited His Access

August 27, 2025, 12:59 PM

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A close-up shot of a hand with dark nail polish, placing a red card on a dark, reflective counter.

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Chinese Nationals Face 15 Years in Prison for South Florida Gift Card Fraud Scheme

August 19, 2025, 12:57 PM

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Handcuffs rest on a surface beside a stack of US dollar bills, a blank sheet of paper, and a pen.

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Ex-Sky Group CEO Gets 87 Months in Prison: How a Payday Loan Scheme Defrauded Investors of $66M

August 19, 2025, 12:45 PM

Jason A. Reding Quiñones is sworn in as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, standing with two women in front of three flags.

Jason A. Reding Quiñones is sworn in as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, standing with two women in front of three flags.

U.S. News

How President Trump’s Appointee Will Fight Crime in Florida’s Southern District

August 13, 2025, 8:59 PM

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Close-up of a boat's chain connecting it to a mooring on the shore.

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Florida Parasailing Captain Faces Federal Charges in 2022 Death: What You Need to Know

August 12, 2025, 7:21 PM

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Four scuba tanks are secured on the deck of a boat, with the sun-drenched Florida ocean stretching into the distance.

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Beyond the Boat: How a Scuba Charter Owner’s Negligence and Fraud Led to 100-Month Prison Sentence

August 12, 2025, 7:08 PM

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Collage featuring images and text related to internet safety for children.

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UK Citizen Gets Over 15 Years in Prison for Luring Teenager in Dating App Scheme

August 12, 2025, 7:04 PM

A statue of Lady Justice holding her scales on a blue background, with a text overlay reading: "U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida, Breaking News."

A statue of Lady Justice holding her scales on a blue background, with a text overlay reading: "U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida, Breaking News."

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South Florida Medical Providers to Pay $810,301 Settlement Over Fraud Allegations

June 21, 2025, 10:13 AM

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A statue of Lady Justice holding her scales on a blue background, with a text overlay reading: "U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida, Breaking News."

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Miami Lobbyist Sentenced to 18 Months for Evading Over $2 Million in Taxes

June 18, 2025, 7:29 PM

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A statue of Lady Justice holding her scales on a blue background, with a text overlay reading: "U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida, Breaking News."

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South Florida Woman Sentenced to 54 Months in Federal Prison for COVID-19 Relief Fraud

June 18, 2025, 9:17 AM

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A statue of Lady Justice holding her scales on a blue background, with a text overlay reading: "U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida, Breaking News."

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Miami Investor Suresh Gajwani Pleads Guilty to $7 Million Tax Evasion Scheme

June 16, 2025, 9:25 PM

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A statue of Lady Justice holding her scales on a blue background, with a text overlay reading: "U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida, Breaking News."

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Boynton Beach Man Sentenced to 90 Months in Federal Prison for Illegal Firearm Possession

June 11, 2025, 7:27 PM

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A statue of Lady Justice holding her scales on a blue background, with a text overlay reading: "U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida, Breaking News."

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Elder Fraud Prevention Forum Held by U.S. Attorney’s Office in Pembroke Pines

May 20, 2025, 3:49 PM