NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 19, 2026Miami-Dade
Suspended Clerk of Courts Mike Caruso Faces Child Abuse Charges
Mike Caruso, the suspended Clerk of the Circuit Court for Palm Beach County, appeared in court to face charges of sexually abusing a child under the age of 12. Investigators allege the abuse occurred multiple times, including during a family trip in 2025, and Caruso is now expected to be moved to Orlando to face further legal proceedings.
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This case involves a former elected official facing serious criminal charges regarding the safety and protection of a minor.
Key Facts
- Mike Caruso is a former member of the Florida House of Representatives who served from 2018 to 2025.
- The charges involve the sexual abuse of a child under the age of 12.
- Caruso is currently suspended from his role as the Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court.