Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody
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Recent News About Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody
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Statewide expansion announced for Florida's First Responder Hope Line
On National First Responders Day, a significant development was announced regarding the mental health support available to first responders in Florida. -
Floridians urged to join National Drug Take Back Day amid opioid crisis
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is encouraging Floridians to take part in the 27th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. -
Florida sues DOJ over blockade in Trump assassination probe
Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) in federal court. The suit challenges the DOJ's efforts to block Florida's investigation into the second attempted assassination of President Donald Trump and related state crimes. -
Attorney General urges awareness during Red Ribbon Week amid rising child fentanyl deaths
To mark the beginning of Red Ribbon Week 2024, Attorney General Ashley Moody has called on parents to discuss the dangers of substance abuse with their children. Red Ribbon Week is recognized as the largest drug-abuse prevention campaign in the United States, with over 80 million Americans participating annually by wearing a red ribbon. Despite these efforts, more than 100,000 individuals die each year from drug overdoses, largely due to illicit fentanyl trafficked across the U.S.-Mexico border. Studies indicate that children under 14 represent the fastest-growing age group... -
Florida launches Hope Card Program for domestic violence survivors
Attorney General Ashley Moody has announced the launch of Florida's Hope Card Program as part of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This initiative offers survivors of domestic violence digital or physical wallet-sized cards that serve as proof of a valid protective order. The program aims to provide cardholders with immediate verification of protection orders and access to additional support resources. -
Florida expands voter fraud awareness campaign through tax collector offices
Attorney General Ashley Moody is collaborating with the Florida Tax Collectors Association to disseminate crucial information on voter fraud and crime prevention. This initiative will provide Floridians with direct access to resources from Attorney General Moody's office, focusing on fraud detection and crime prevention. Many tax collectors are now displaying materials such as the "Scams at a Glance" brochures, Florida’s voter fraud hotline, the state’s new human trafficking hotline, and an anonymous crime-reporting tip line known as **TIPS. -
Florida AG sues U.S. DHS for refusing to verify immigration records for voting
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody’s office has filed a lawsuit following the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s refusal to verify immigration records for the state to ensure voter-roll integrity. -
Moody honors Tampa police for exemplary service during hurricanes
Attorney General Ashley Moody has acknowledged the efforts of Tampa Police Department's frontline officers during Hurricanes Helene and Milton. At a roll call event on Wednesday, Moody presented the officers with a Thin Line Tribute, recognizing their dedication to maintaining safety in Tampa amid challenging conditions. -
Florida sues DHS over refusal to verify voter roll immigration records
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody has initiated legal proceedings against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The lawsuit addresses DHS's refusal to verify immigration records for Florida, which aims to ensure the integrity of its voter rolls. -
Attorney General warns Floridians about potential post-hurricane FEMA scams
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—In the wake of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, Attorney General Ashley Moody has issued guidance to Floridians on how to avoid potential scams related to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Scammers may pose as FEMA representatives, seeking sensitive information or money in exchange for services. They might also use personal information to fraudulently apply for a FEMA grant. -
Florida AG warns against hurricane-related charity scams
Attorney General Ashley Moody has issued a warning to Floridians about potential charity scams in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The hurricanes have caused significant damage, with Helene affecting the Big Bend region and causing flooding across six states, while Milton recently hit Southwest Florida, resulting in power outages and widespread flooding. -
Florida AG issues guidance on crime penalties during emergencies
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Following the destruction caused by Hurricane Milton, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has issued guidance to local law enforcement regarding enhanced penalties for looting and other crimes during a declared state of emergency. This announcement aims to deter criminal activities in storm-affected areas. -
Florida attorney general warns against hurricane-related scams after Hurricane Milton
Attorney General Ashley Moody has issued a warning to Floridians about potential scams and fraud in the wake of Hurricane Milton. The hurricane struck Florida's West Coast on Wednesday night, causing severe weather conditions such as storm surge, flash flooding, tornadoes, and high winds across much of the state. In response to these events, Attorney General Moody advises residents to be cautious of scams related to debris removal, contractor services, and other disaster-related schemes. -
Consumer Alert Attorney General Moody Warns Floridians Affected Hurricane Helene About
Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning Floridians to be vigilant for price gouging, disaster scams and fraud in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. -
Price gouging hotline extended as Tropical Storm Milton approaches
Attorney General Ashley Moody has announced the extension of Florida's Price Gouging Hotline following a state of emergency declaration for areas anticipating Tropical Storm Milton. The state's price gouging law is already in effect for counties under the emergency order due to Hurricane Helene and will now include regions affected by Milton. -
Attorneys general push for law mandating AM radios in all vehicles
Attorney General Ashley Moody of Florida, alongside Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird and ten other state attorneys general, is advocating for the passage of the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2024. This bipartisan effort aims to ensure that AM radios remain a standard feature in vehicles, especially as newer models, including electric vehicles, are being produced without them. -
Medicaid fraud control unit secures $700K settlement from toxicology lab
Attorney General Ashley Moody's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit has successfully secured over $700,000 from Precision Toxicology, LLC in a multistate legal action. The case involved allegations that the company submitted false claims to federal healthcare programs for unnecessary urine drug testing and engaged in kickback practices. -
Moody warns Floridians about post-Hurricane Helene disaster-related scams
Attorney General Ashley Moody is advising Floridians to be cautious of price gouging, disaster scams, and fraud following Hurricane Helene. The hurricane struck Florida’s Big Bend region last Thursday, causing significant damage with storm surges, strong winds, and heavy rain affecting millions. Communities have been devastated, homes destroyed, and the death toll is rising. As residents seek essential services like food, shelter, debris removal, or home repairs, the Price Gouging Hotline remains active for reporting extreme price increases and recovery-related scams. -
Three women charged for defrauding Florida senior out of $350K
Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Office of Statewide Prosecution has filed criminal charges against three women for defrauding a Florida senior out of $350,000. The Leesburg Police Department, with assistance from Attorney General Moody’s Senior Protection Team, conducted the investigation. -
Price gouging hotline activated in Florida ahead of Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine
Attorney General Ashley Moody has activated Florida’s Price Gouging Hotline following a state of emergency declaration for areas preparing for Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine. This activation brings state price gouging laws into effect for the counties covered by the state of emergency, including Alachua, Bay, Bradford, Calhoun, Charlotte, Citrus, Collier, Columbia, Dixie, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Gulf, Hamilton, Hernando, Hillsborough, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lee, Leon, Levy, Liberty, Madison, Manatee, Marion, Monroe, Okaloosa Pasco Pinellas...