Public Corruption

Florida legal definition under F.S. 838

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Definition: Criminal conduct by public officials including bribery, bid tampering, misuse of public position, and unlawful compensation. Florida ranks among the most-prosecuted states for public corruption cases.

Category: Criminal Offenses · Statute: F.S. 838 · Source: Florida Legislature

Understanding Public Corruption in Florida

Criminal conduct by public officials including bribery, bid tampering, misuse of public position, and unlawful compensation. Florida ranks among the most-prosecuted states for public corruption cases.

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