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Rothstein deserves time off 50-year sentence, federal prosecutors say

Federal prosecutors filed court documents saying Ponzi schemer Scott Rothstein deserves a break in his 50-year prison sentence for his cooperation. (Sun Sentinel, file)

Federal prosecutors: Scott Rothstein deserves time off 50-year sentence

Ponzi schemer Scott Rothstein could be rewarded with a reduction in his 50-year prison term, the result of the extensive cooperation he has been providing federal prosecutors and agents investigating his $1.4 billion fraud.

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Broward judge rules red-light tickets are unconstitutional

A Broward County judge ruled recently that red light cameras are constitutional, but red-light tickets issued by flesh and blood police officers aren't because they are penalized with a higher fine.

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Rapper Flo Rida accused of DUI in Miami Beach, report says
June 9, 2011 8:30 AM EDT
Miramar police release suspect description in homicide case of 22-year-old student
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American Idol finalist to perform at DUI patrol event Thursday in Palm Beach County
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Body found on Fort Lauderdale beach
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Number of cats seized from north Florida sanctuary now totals nearly 700
June 9, 2011 6:39 AM EDT
Priest tried to lure undercover cop for beach sex, Sarasota authorities say
June 9, 2011 5:48 AM EDT

PBC schools would drop furloughs if union OKs no raises

Hollywood police may get 12.5 percent pay cut next week

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