Recent News About Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—As National Police Week commences, Attorney General Ashley Moody has shared initiatives and programs that contribute to Florida's reputation as the most pro-law enforcement state in the nation. Since July 2022, over 1,200 officers have relocated from various parts of the country to serve in Florida. The influx of law enforcement professionals is attributed to strong leadership support and public endorsement, along with attractive incentives such as sign-on bonuses, scholarships, home-buying assistance and more.
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Attorney General Ashley Moody has issued a warning to Floridians about potential disaster scams and price gouging in the wake of tornadoes and severe weather in Northern Florida. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 12 counties, affecting over 180,000 residents who lost power. As recovery efforts begin, many may be seeking debris removal, essential commodities or home repairs.
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In response to the recent tornadoes in North Florida, Attorney General Ashley Moody has activated Florida’s Price Gouging Hotline. This move follows Governor Ron DeSantis's declaration of a state of emergency covering several counties including Baker, Columbia, Gadsden, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor and Wakulla.
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In a joint effort with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Florida Department of Transportation, Attorney General Ashley Moody has issued a Consumer Alert to warn Floridians about a new smishing scam. The Federal Bureau of Investigation reports that scammers are sending fraudulent text messages to individuals, alleging unpaid toll fees and providing links to settle these supposed debts. These links, however, are malicious and designed to steal victims' money.
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Attorney General Moody Files Criminal Charges Against Two Men Operating Crypto Money Laundering Scheme Transferring Millions to Colombia
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Attorney General Ashley Moody filed suit against Biden’s Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services over the administration’s attempt to force Florida to violate its own law and fund drugs and surgeries for “gender transition” for children. Moody stated, “Florida passed a law to protect our children from dangerous, irreversible gender-transition drugs and surgeries. Now, Biden and his federal bureaucrats are trying to go around our child-protection law to force the state to pay for puberty blockers and gender-transition surgery...
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Attorney General Moody Demands Congress Permanently Defund Hamas-Tied United Nations Relief and Works Agency
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Attorney General Ashley Moody has taken legal action against the National Collegiate Athletic Association for violating antitrust laws in the midst of actions against Florida universities over alleged NIL violations. Moody's lawsuit was prompted by the NCAA's sudden pursuit of both UF and FSU for purported NIL violations, following the publication of updated NIL guidance on X.Moody emphasized the urgency of the lawsuit, stating, "It appears no one could ever comply with these ever-changing and unfair regulations that limit the ability of student athletes to negotiate in...
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Attorney General Ashley Moody is pushing back against the Biden administration's recent firearm regulation aimed at law-abiding citizens in Florida. The new rule, introduced by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, requires individuals to register as dealers to engage in private sales of firearms, leading to increased bureaucracy and costs for citizens.In response to this, Attorney General Moody stated, “This is Biden’s latest step in trying to take guns away from law-abiding Americans. We are fighting back against this federal...
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Attorney General Ashley Moody has taken action to address the rising issue of jury duty scams in Florida. In response to reports of scams targeting Floridians, Moody has released a new resource called Scams at a Glance: Sham or Summons. The resource aims to educate individuals on how to recognize and avoid falling victim to these fraudulent schemes.In a statement, Attorney General Ashley Moody expressed concern over the increase in jury duty scams, stating, “There has been a recent uptick in reports of jury duty scams, and I have heard personally from many Floridians who...
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla.— Attorney General Ashley Moody has taken a stand against the Biden administration's newly announced Title IX rule, which seeks to redefine "sex" to include "gender identity" and "sexual orientation." In a statement, Attorney General Moody expressed her concerns, saying, “Biden’s new Title IX rules shred protections for women—that so many fought for over decades."The coalition, including Attorney General Moody, raised issues about the new rule's implications, particularly regarding facilities like bathrooms and locker rooms. They stated, “... the rule...
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Attorney General Ashley Moody, leading a coalition of 17 state attorneys general, has taken legal action against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for its new rule mandating accommodations for abortion under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act of 2022. Moody expressed concerns stating, "Unelected commissioners under the Biden administration are seeking to hijack protections for pregnant workers by twisting language into an illegal interpretation of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act of 2022. We are fighting back against the unprecedented, attempted mutation of these...
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Attorney General Ashley Moody has taken legal action against the Atlantic Coast Conference for withholding public records related to ESPN-related agreements. The ACC has allegedly made claims that could potentially cost Florida State University over half a billion dollars. Attorney General Moody initially requested the ACC to produce the contracts in January, but the ACC refused to comply, leading to the lawsuit filed today.In a statement, Attorney General Ashley Moody expressed her concerns, saying, “The ACC is asking a state entity—Florida State University—to...
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Attorney General Ashley Moody stressed the importance of participating in the upcoming Drug Take Back Day, urging Floridians to safely dispose of expired or unwanted medications. She emphasized, "Florida is losing thousands of people to drug overdose deaths every year." The event is a way for individuals to help prevent misuse of prescription medications, which can often lead to fatal addictions.During the previous National Drug Take Back Day, law enforcement officers collected nearly 600,000 pounds of unwanted prescription drugs across the country, with over 22,000...
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Attorney General Ashley Moody expressed her dismay at the actions of Debora Behnke and Suman Bhattacharjee, who were arrested for their involvement in a Medicaid fraud scheme that siphoned off over $250,000 from the Medicaid program. Moody highlighted the severity of the situation, stating, “Conspiring together, these individuals defrauded Medicaid out of more than $250,000." She commended the collaborative efforts of various law enforcement agencies that led to the apprehension of the culprits, emphasizing that the fraudulent scheme has now come to an end.The Medicaid...
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Attorney General Ashley Moody highlighted the dedication and commitment of individuals who have gone above and beyond to assist crime victims during the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Ceremony. Moody expressed her appreciation for the award recipients, stating, “This year’s Distinguished Victim Services Award recipients have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help crime victims through their darkest days. I’m honored to highlight their incredible stories and the vital selfless work they do to help victims.”Among the recipients of the Attorney General’s...
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Attorney General Ashley Moody, along with a multistate coalition, has taken legal action to block a new Environmental Protection Agency emissions rule that aims to increase the production of electric vehicles (EVs) significantly. The lawsuit is in response to the Biden Administration's push for stricter emissions standards on gas and diesel-powered vehicles, with the goal of having EVs account for nearly 70% of car sales in less than a decade.In a statement, Attorney General Moody criticized the EPA's approach, saying, "Biden’s EPA continues to push radical Green New Deal...
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody welcomed new law enforcement officers to Florida and honored the Sarasota Police Department for their exceptional efforts in reducing crime. The ceremony, which took place at the Sarasota Police Department, saw the swearing-in of nine officers, with six of them hailing from out-of-state.In her address, Attorney General Moody expressed pride in Florida's pro-law enforcement stance, stating, “Only in Florida can you host a swearing-in ceremony where more than half of the new officers are from out-of-state. This is a testament...
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody today announced that 2024 Human Trafficking Summit reservations and speaker proposals are now available. Every year, the Summit brings together community leaders and stakeholders dedicated to the fight against trafficking. By participating in the Summit, speakers can share knowledge on the latest developments in the fight to end human trafficking to concerned citizens. Anyone interested in serving as a speaker at this year’s event should apply by April 30."Every year, our Human Trafficking Summit brings together local, state...
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Attorney General Ashley Moody has taken a stand against the Environmental Protection Agency's "environmental justice" initiatives, leading a 23-state coalition in filing a legal action demanding the EPA to revise its Title VI regulations. Moody expressed, "The EPA should be focusing on enforcing the environmental laws passed by Congress, not so called ‘environmental justice,’ which is a euphemism for Biden’s extreme agenda. His radical exploitation of Title VI, if followed, would force states to unconstitutionally discriminate against their own citizens. The EPA should...