On the recordAugust 9, 2026
Uthmeier said he’d like the statewide prosecutor to assume jurisdiction to prosecute poaching to ensure that those arrested are held accountable.
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floridaphoenix.comUthmeier said he’d like the statewide prosecutor to assume jurisdiction to prosecute poaching to ensure that those arrested are held accountable.
Proposing changes to prosecution of poaching
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