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NewsCreative Loafing Tampa Bay — NewsAugust 18, 2026Hillsborough

Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrests former lawmaker Mike Caruso on child sexual abuse charges

Former Republican state legislator and current Palm Beach County Clerk of Circuit Court Mike Caruso was arrested Tuesday on charges of child sexual abuse. The arrest was announced by Attorney General James Uthmeier following a joint operation between state and local law enforcement.

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Why It Matters

The arrest of a sitting county official and former state legislator on felony charges impacts the administration of the Palm Beach County Clerk of Circuit Court office and public trust in local government.

Key Facts

  • Mike Caruso was arrested on charges of child sexual abuse.
  • The arrest occurred on Tuesday.
  • The Florida Department of Law Enforcement led the arrest with assistance from local law enforcement.
  • Attorney General James Uthmeier publicly announced the arrest.
  • Mike Caruso is a former Republican state legislator.
  • Mike Caruso currently holds the office of Palm Beach County Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller.

Who's Mentioned

personMike Caruso“Former Republican legislator and current Palm Beach County Clerk of Circuit Cour”personJames Uthmeier“Attorney General who announced the arrest.”organizationFlorida Department of Law Enforcement“State law enforcement agency that conducted the arrest.”locationPalm Beach County“Jurisdiction where Caruso serves as Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller.”