Researchers at the University of South Florida estimate there were 200,000 victims of sex trafficking in the state in 2024.

In Florida, violators found guilty of illegal gambling can face up to five years in prison and fines of $10,000 per machine.

A map in the report shows Orange and other Central Florida counties are among the highest in the state for commercial sex trafficking ads. “A lot of hospitality, tourism — those types of areas where ...

Upon entering the business, detectives located approximately 100 machines dedicated to this activity,” a statement from the ...