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Definition: Offering, giving, or receiving a benefit to influence the outcome of a publicly exhibited contest. A 2nd degree felony. Includes sports bribery and fixing professional or amateur competitions.
Category: Criminal Offenses · Statute: F.S. 838.12 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Fight Fixing / Game Fixing in Florida
Offering, giving, or receiving a benefit to influence the outcome of a publicly exhibited contest. A 2nd degree felony. Includes sports bribery and fixing professional or amateur competitions.
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