Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody
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Attorney General Moody Urges Meta to Safeguard Users from Scammers
Attorney General Ashley Moody, along with a bipartisan coalition of state attorneys general, is urging Meta to take action in protecting users' accounts from scammers. In a statement, Attorney General Moody emphasized the importance of Meta's intervention in addressing the increasing issue of account takeovers on Facebook and Instagram platforms.“Meta must do more to protect its users from hackers hijacking accounts to perpetuate scams. Today, I called on Meta to take proactive steps to mitigate this rapidly growing problem and help us stop identity theft, cybercrime and... -
Attorney General Moody Releases Scams at a Glance: The Dark Side of Solar During National Consumer Protection Week
Attorney General Ashley Moody has unveiled a new resource, Scams at a Glance: The Dark Side of Solar, aimed at helping Floridians navigate potential pitfalls when purchasing solar energy systems. Speaking at a news conference in Jacksonville alongside the Better Business Bureau, Moody emphasized the importance of protecting consumers from deceptive practices in the solar industry.Moody highlighted the risks associated with solar scams, stating, “Solar scams cost Florida consumers thousands of dollars. To better protect Floridians, this National Consumer Protection Week,... -
Attorney General Moody Demands Meta Cease Child Exploitation on Instagram
Attorney General Ashley Moody is demanding Meta immediately cease monetizing child exploitation and prohibit child-modeling accounts on Instagram, as reported in a news release on Mar 4, 2024. Moody, along with 26 other attorneys general, sent a letter to Meta demanding action to protect children online from exploitation. In the letter, Moody stated, "Meta must prohibit child-modeling accounts immediately."The coalition of attorneys general, including representatives from Alabama, Alaska, Georgia, and other states, emphasized the urgency of the situation, citing reports... -
Attorney General Moody Launches Cold Case Investigations Unit to Help Florida Law Enforcement with Select Unsolved Cases
Attorney General Ashley Moody has introduced Florida’s Cold Case Investigations Unit to aid law enforcement in solving unsolved homicides. The unit, operating under the Office of Statewide Prosecution, aims to provide support to law enforcement agencies struggling with resources for unsolved cases. Attorney General Moody emphasized the importance of the unit, stating, “Our Cold Case Investigations Unit will serve as a resource to law enforcement agencies statewide to help give select unsolved cases new life.”National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Executive... -
Attorney General Moody in SCOTUS Today Fighting to Protect Floridians from Big Tech Censorship
Attorney General Ashley Moody is at the Supreme Court of the United States today, defending Florida's stance against Big Tech censorship. The ongoing legal battle stems from SB 7072, a law aimed at preventing social media companies from engaging in unfair censorship practices and deplatforming political candidates or journalistic entities.Moody emphasized the importance of the case, stating, "We are fighting in the U.S. Supreme Court for Floridians to debate ideas, engage in political discourse, and question government policies on social media platforms. This fight is... -
Attorney General Moody Secures 25-Year Prison Sentence for Latin King Gang Member in Massive Cartel Drug Ring
Attorney General Ashley Moody announced the successful prosecution of a Latin King gang member involved in a massive drug trafficking operation, resulting in a 25-year prison sentence. Johnny Cisnero was sentenced by Circuit Judge James D. Sloan for his role in trafficking dangerous drugs from the Mexican Cartel to Sur-13 gang members in Florida prisons. Attorney General Moody expressed gratitude to the Statewide Prosecutors and law enforcement partners for their efforts in bringing Cisnero to justice, stating, “A Latin King gang member involved in a massive drug ring... -
Attorney General Moody’s Statewide Prosecutors Charge Fentanyl Dealer with Manslaughter
Attorney General Ashley Moody has announced that her Office of Statewide Prosecution is charging a drug dealer with manslaughter for peddling fentanyl along the Treasure Coast. The accused, Sean Lamont Bray, is alleged to have sold lethal amounts of fentanyl to a woman, resulting in her tragic overdose death.In response to the investigation findings, Attorney General Moody stated, “This drug dealer knowingly sold lethal amounts of fentanyl to a woman that ultimately resulted in her death. Every drug trafficker should know, in Florida, if you traffic fentanyl and kill... -
Attorney General Moody Warns Floridians About Digital Check Manipulation Scheme
Attorney General Ashley Moody has issued a Consumer Alert warning Floridians about the dangers of digital check manipulation schemes, commonly known as check cooking. In a recent statement, Attorney General Moody highlighted the severity of the issue, stating, “Fraudsters are now digitally altering stolen checks to fill their own bank accounts while draining those of the victims.”The warning comes in the wake of an investigation in which the Cyber Fraud Enforcement Unit, led by Attorney General Moody, assisted law enforcement in apprehending a Tampa man involved in... -
Attorney General Moody Files Criminal Charges Against Three Thieves Operating Retail Theft Ring Stealing More Than $100,000
Attorney General Ashley Moody's Office of Statewide Prosecution has taken decisive action against a group of thieves who orchestrated an organized retail theft ring, siphoning off over $100,000 from Home Depot stores. The individuals involved in this illicit operation, identified as Vicky Popat, Christopher Abad, and Christopher Eduardo Baglin, engaged in a sophisticated scheme that involved swapping barcodes on high-value roof sealers for significantly cheaper items.In response to the investigation's findings, Attorney General Ashley Moody emphasized the severity of the... -
Attorney General Moody Secures 30-Year Prison Sentence for Real Estate Investment Fraudster
Attorney General Ashley Moody's Office of Statewide Prosecution has achieved a significant victory in the fight against fraudulent real estate investments. Miquel Angel Perez, the mastermind behind an elaborate scheme that defrauded more than 20 victims out of their retirement and life savings, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison. The charges against Perez include racketeering, grand theft, exploitation, and mortgage fraud.According to the investigation, Perez lured victims into his scheme by holding free investment seminars, where he showcased his supposed success... -
AG Moody, Commissioner Glass and Sheriff Woods Warn That One Pill Can Kill After Release of New Statewide Drug Death Data
Attorney General Ashley Moody, Florida Department of Law Enforcement Commissioner Mark Glass, and Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods have issued a dire warning following the release of new statewide drug death data. The 2022 Florida Medical Examiners’ Drugs in Deceased Persons Annual Report reveals that more than 6,200 people died after using fentanyl in 2022. While there has been a 3% decrease in the total amount of drug-related deaths in Florida since 2018, the number of people dying from drug overdoses remains alarmingly high, with illicit fentanyl being a major factor.... -
VIDEO CONSUMER ALERT: AG Moody Issues Tips for Floridians to Protect Hearts and Wallets This Valentine’s Day
On Valentine's Day, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning Floridians about the dangers of romance scams. With the increasing use of online dating platforms and social media to find love, fraudsters are taking advantage of unsuspecting users and causing significant financial losses. In 2022 alone, Floridians lost over $85 million to romance scams.Attorney General Ashley Moody emphasized the need for caution, stating, "Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate love and connection, but it's important to be vigilant when it comes to online dating. I am providing tips... -
Man Charged for Stealing $28,000 in Fraudulent Barcode Scheme
The Office of Statewide Prosecution, led by Attorney General Ashley Moody, has charged a man for his involvement in a fraudulent barcode scheme that resulted in the theft of more than $28,000 worth of electrical wire. The suspect, Edrey Santo Rojas, was apprehended following an investigation by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.According to the investigation, Rojas executed his scheme by stealing rolls of wire through fraudulent sales and returns from multiple Lowe's and Home Depot stores across 15 counties in Florida and the Southeast United States. Over the course of... -
Attorney General Urges Football Fans to Celebrate Safely Ahead of Super Bowl Sunday
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—As millions of Americans gear up for Super Bowl Sunday, Attorney General Ashley Moody is calling on football fans to celebrate responsibly and avoid drinking and driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported a concerning increase in alcohol-related fatal crashes during the Super Bowl, with nearly 11,000 lives lost each year to impaired driving from 2012 to 2021.In a statement, Attorney General Moody emphasized the importance of celebrating safely, stating, "Millions of Americans are getting ready to celebrate Super Bowl... -
Attorney General Moody Urges Floridians to be Cautious Online on Safer Internet Day
Attorney General Ashley Moody is urging Floridians to exercise caution online on Safer Internet Day. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, more than 42,000 Floridians lost a combined total of nearly $845 million to cybercrime in 2022. "We are fighting cyber fraud on many fronts, but one of the best ways to stop crime online is to equip Floridians with the tools and resources needed to avoid falling prey. On Safer Internet Day, I am highlighting our Scams at a Glance resources to help Floridians across our state stay safe... -
Attorney General Moody Urges Congress to Oppose US Senate Border Bill
Attorney General Ashley Moody and 15 other state attorneys general have voiced their strong objections to the United States Senate's proposed border supplemental bill. In a letter addressed to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, the attorneys general outlined their concerns and appealed to lawmakers to reject the bill.Attorney General Moody criticized the bill, stating, "This bill is a mirage. It codifies many of the illegal actions President Biden has already taken. The President caused this crisis, and the fact is, he could... -
Attorney General Moody Secures 55-Year Sentence for Violent Human Trafficker Who Branded Victim
Attorney General Ashley Moody's Office of Statewide Prosecution has successfully secured a 55-year prison sentence for a human trafficker in Orange County. Joselito Martinez, the perpetrator, trafficked three women in the Orlando area, using violence and fear to control the victims. One victim was even branded with tattoos and had her hair forcibly cut off as punishment."This human trafficker victimized three women, using violence to force them into sex work. He even branded one victim with tattoos, and forcibly cut her hair as punishment," said Attorney General Ashley... -
Attorney General Urges Congress to Defund UN Agency Employing Terrorists
Attorney General Ashley Moody of Florida is calling on Congress to defund the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) due to its ties with terrorism. This call comes in light of recent revelations about UNRWA employees involved in designated terrorist organizations and engaging in antisemitic activities.In a statement, Attorney General Moody expressed concern over UNRWA's longstanding sympathy towards Islamic Jihad and other terrorist groups, stating, "We know more than a dozen UNRWA employees took part in the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks in Israel. The United... -
Attorney General Moody Calls on Congress to Push Social Media Outlets to Protect Kids
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is urging Congress to take action to protect children on social media platforms. This comes as CEOs from major tech companies, including Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat, testify before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on the issue of online child sexual exploitation.In a statement, Attorney General Moody expressed her concerns about the lack of accountability and the harm caused by these platforms. She said, "Big Tech CEOs think they are untouchable, and they have had free rein over our children online for way too long.... -
Attorney General Moody and Florida State University Fight to End Human Trafficking
During National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Florida State University (FSU) has joined Attorney General Ashley Moody's 100 Percent Club, a recognition program for businesses and organizations committed to training employees on how to spot and report human trafficking. By partnering with FSU, the Attorney General aims to spread awareness and increase the number of people trained to combat this heinous crime.Attorney General Ashley Moody expressed her excitement about FSU's involvement, stating, "We are excited to have FSU on our team to end human trafficking in...