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Tampa fraud case: Man accused of forging judge’s signature

Stephen Halford faces new charges after investigators say he forged a judge’s signature and used fake documents to get a job.
WHO: Stephen Halford
WHAT: Accused of forging a judge’s signature and creating fake documents to secure a new job
WHEN: Jul 9, 2026 at 5:06 PM ET
WHERE: Hillsborough County Court; Pasco County (job application)
WHY: Prosecutors say the allegations stem from actions Halford took while applying for a position with a construction company in Pasco County.

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