Dean Florez for Lt. Governor 2010, Dean Florez for State Controller 2014, and Dean Florez

Misuse of Campaign Funds/Campaign Contribution Limits

Fine: $60,000

FPPC No. 12/213

Respondent, Dean Florez (Respondent Florez), was a candidate for Lt. Governor in 2010, is a candidate for State Controller in 2014, and previously served as an assembly member and a senator. Respondent Florez and his candidate controlled committee, Dean Florez for Lt. Governor 2010, made 3 expenditures, totaling $6,434.42, that were not related to a political, legislative or governmental purpose, in violation of Government Code Sections 89512 and 89513 (2 counts); and failed to refund approximately $247,000 in general election contributions in violation of Government Code Section 85318 (1 count). Respondent Florez and his candidate controlled committee, Dean Florez for State Controller 2014, made 166 expenditures, totaling $20,107.47, that were unrelated to a political, legislative or governmental purpose, in violation of Government Code Sections 89512 and 89513 (9 counts). 

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How to File a Complaint

Anyone who suspects a violation of the Act should file a sworn complaint with the Enforcement Division.