Carroll to pay fine, admit violations in ethics case

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The drama over Florida's former lieutenant governor, who was forced to resign more than two years ago, may be finally over.

The Florida Commission on Ethics on Friday unanimously approved a settlement with Jennifer Carroll where the one-time rising star in state Republican politics agreed to pay a $1,000 fine and admit she violated the state's ethics law.

Under the settlement, Carroll acknowledged she did not disclose money paid to a company she controlled. The money came from Allied Veterans of the World, which was eventually accused of running an illegal gambling ring.
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