Florida Bill Gives Harsh Sentence For Interrupting Sporting Events

We all remember the dude who tried to run naked on the field during Super Bowl LV in Tampa. Well, a new bill would make that a first-degree misdemeanor. Fans who run on the field during sporting events, or even throw something, can face up to a year in jail time and a fine up to $2,500.

The bill was filed by Sen. Corey Simon, R-Tallahassee on Tuesday (2/14). It also would apply to other entertainment venues, not just sporting events. Simon was actually an All-American defensive tackle at Florida State University before playing eight years in the National Football League.

This just doesn't apply to fans who try to get some action on the field. If they throw objects on the field or attempt to strike players/coaches, the same charge will apply. The bill also seeks to prevent people from financially benefitting from these acts. Some remember the streaker from the Super Bowl also placed a bet that there would be a streaker. He almost won $375,000 until the online betting platform learned he planned the whole thing. Ultimately, he was sentenced to 100 hours of community service and a year of probation.

[Source: Creative Loafing]

Before moving to the Tampa , I lived In Fort Myers. Of course I like Tampa better because there is a lot more to do. When moving to a new city, you always have to do your research. Do you go by word of mouth, or do you actually search on the internet? I do a little bit of both. Area vibes, created a list of the 10 most dangerous neighborhoods in Tampa for 2023.

The rankings are calculated based on the number of violent crimes per 100K people versus the Tampa violent crime average. Violent crimes include rape, robbery, assault and murder. This information comes from the local law enforcement agency. Some of it includes estimates based on the demographic data.

Population: 1,999

Violent Crimes Per 100,000: 4,090

686% More Crime Than Tampa

Population: 1,897

Violent Crimes Per 100,000: 3,583

589% More Crime Than Tampa

Population: 1,613

Violent Crimes Per 100,000: 2,748

428% More Crime Than Tampa

Population: 1,145

Violent Crimes Per 100,000: 2,667

413% More Crime Than Tampa

Population: 1,170

Violent Crimes Per 100,000: 2,189

321% More Crime Than Tampa

Population: 3,426

Violent Crimes Per 100,000: 2,099

304% More crime Than Tampa

Population: 584

Violent Crimes Per 100,000: 1,856

257% More Crime Than Tampa

Population: 7,465

Violent Crimes Per 100,000: 1,518

192% More Crime Than Tampa

Population: 5,216

Violent Crimes Per 100,000: 1,492

187% More Violent Crimes Than Tampa

Population: 11,408

Violent Crimes Per 100,000:1,477

184% More Crime Than Tampa