Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Is it illegal in Florida to represent yourself as a member of the Department of Corrections as a probation officer in order to get information for a background check on someone? The calls were made to jails and courthouses.


Asked on 8/08/11, 10:22 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Craig Epifanio Craig Epifanio, P.A.

Yes it is illegal to present yourself as any official of law enforcement, including DOC and probation. You face up to 5 years in prison. You should seek counsel if you did this.

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Answered on 8/08/11, 12:25 pm


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