The use of deepfakes to impersonate high-level officials in the U.S. presents a growing security challenge.

A political consultant who sent robocalls that used artificial intelligence to mimic former President Joe Biden has been acquitted of 22 criminal charges in New Hampshire.

A criminal trial is underway for a political consultant who sent voters artificial intelligence-generated robocalls mimicking former President Joe Biden last year.

A Volusia County homeowner is facing legal action from his homeowners association after erecting a flagpole in his yard, without what the HOA says was the proper approval.

When a law enforcement officer who has been accused of untruthfulness or other misconduct is preparing to testify at a criminal trial, prosecutors have a constitutional duty to notify the defendant about the officer's background.

A political consultant who sent artificial intelligence-generated robocalls mimicking President Joe Biden’s voice has made an initial court appearance in New Hampshire, where he is charged with voter suppression and impersonating a candidate ahead of the state’s first-in-the-nation presidential primary.

The Instagram account for Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez posted a confidential crime scene photograph on Saturday morning, which the agency later said had been inadvertently shared with the public.

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Nine of the 12 jurors voted to hand down the death penalty, but in Florida, a unanimous vote is required.

With Roe v. Wade back in the hands of individual states, your health and cell phone data could find itself in the hands of law enforcement should they decide to prosecute under illegal abortion statutes.

The Orlando FreeFall is shut down indefinitely as state inspectors from the Florida Department of Agriculture begin their investigation into how a teen fell from the ride and plummeted to his death Thursday night.

A crash report says her teenage son was killed by a driver "under the influence of alcohol", but six months later, that driver has still not been charged -- not even arrested.

A judge ruled Friday to delay the penalty phase of Markeith Loyd's trial following his conviction Wednesday for the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton,

Gov. Ron DeSantis formally announced Thursday Florida will present a legal challenge to the Biden Administration's latest executive order mandating companies with more than 100 employees require vaccinations for their workers.

The apartment complex where a Valencia student was last seen has announced changes to its maintenance scheduling system.

Republican Rep. Webster Barnaby filed a bill on Wednesday titled the “Florida Heartbeat Act.” The legislation proposes banning abortions after doctors are able to detect fetal heartbeats.

Judges for the Ninth Circuit Court in Orange County now face a backlog that amounts to more than 18,000 cases per civil judge, according to data obtained by News 6.

On Thursday, athletes at colleges across Florida can start cashing in on their names and likeness.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new law aimed at fighting back against people using websites to run scams with claims to offer access to the COVID-19 vaccine or personal protective equipment.

ORLANDO, Fla. – An end to the COVID-19 pandemic could be near as more people receive a coronavirus vaccine. Returning to normal comes with a lot of unknownsCan an employer require an employee to get a vaccine? If the employer issues a mandate, the employer could face legal challenges. If the employer doesn’t issue a mandate, the employer could be putting employees at risk. AdNone of the vaccines have been officially approved yet, which makes it unlikely for employers to mandate a vaccine that hasn’t been granted full FDA approval.

Ron DeSantis and other politicians announce they want to take on social media companies like Facebook and Twitter. pic.twitter.com/KUfFQUZgNx — Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) February 3, 2021Florida Senate President Wilton Simpson said it is evident social media platforms are censoring conservatives. “No one should be excluded, but let’s be clear they are targeting conservatives.”DeSantis is proposing legislation that would, in part, fine social media companies $100k per day if they de-platform a political candidate during an election. Ad“The claim of anti-conservative animus on the part of social media companies is itself a form of disinformation: A falsehood with no reliable evidence to support it,” researchers wrote in the report. If Florida eventually passes legislation trying to regulate big tech companies, the state should be prepared for legal challenges, Kramer said.

How much authority do local governments have to implement COVID-19 orders now that the state is in phase 3? The order states local authorities cannot issue COVID-19 orders that prevent businesses from operating or stop people from working. Kramer said the governor’s order leaves that up to businesses and local leaders. “There’s nothing that mandates the governor to coordinate with local agencies or local governments. That’s more of a matter of etiquette or preference rather than something required of the governor,” Kramer said.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Students at University of Central Florida will soon undergo random testing for COVID-19. Now UCF will undergo random testing - starting with 100 students in Greek life. While she supports random COVID-19 testing, she thinks students need more accountability. In a message sent out to students and staff, UCF said the random tests are required and those who refuse may be required to self-isolate for two weeks and may be subject to disciplinary action. UCF said the first group of students chosen for the COVID-19 testing will be notified Thursday by email.

ORLANDO, Fla. Some local business owners are wondering if they have a right to refuse service to customers who wont wear a mask. As long as a business provides accommodations under the ADA, its well within the rights of the business. Get out.He released a letter in a social media post saying customers who dont respect their policies will be asked to leave immediately. Some people in Orlando say if local restaurants and bars ramped up safety efforts requiring a mask, theyd be fine with it. Kramer said customers do have rights when it comes to the policies of businesses if that policy is discriminatory against things like their race or disability.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. An inquiry continues after a video circulating on social media showed an Orange County deputy smashing a car window during a traffic stop Wednesday. After a traffic stop was initiated, 21-year-old Khadija Bezzaz pulled into a Walgreens parking lot, the video shows. News 6 legal analyst Steven Kramer watched both the body camera video as well as the cell phone video. Mina said the deputy felt the car lurch forward and Deputy Christopher Moore smashed the car window with a baton. The sheriff did admit this incident could prompt his office to change the way they handle traffic stops.

Clayton was attempting to contact Loyd at the John Young Parkway store because he was wanted on a warrant for the Dec. 13 shooting death of his former pregnant girlfriend. Loyd will likely have a first appearance in Orange County this week where his bail will definitely be denied, News 6 legal expert Steven Kramer said. Loyd will be booked into the Orange County Jail after he is determined healthy enough to leave the hospital. Loyd will be tried at the downtown Orange County Courthouse. Both Orlando and Orange County are in the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court.