NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 19, 2026Miami-Dade County
Suspended Clerk of Courts Mike Caruso Faces Child Abuse Charges
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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.
Read the full story at WSVN 7 News MiamiWhy It Matters
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.