Legal groups honor Sen. Crist's work.

Sen. Victor Crist, R-Tampa, was recognized by a number of legal groups for his record service and accomplishments for ensuring justice in Florida

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These groups included The Florida Bar, the Florida Statewide Prosecuting Attorneys Association, and the clerks of court from Hillsborough, Miami-Dade, Orange, Palm Beach, Polk, and Leon counties.

"Throughout Sen. Crist's legislative career, he has worked diligently to reform, strengthen, and advance justice for Florida's criminal and civil justice systems," said Mark Ober, president of the Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association.

As chair of the Senate's Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice Appropriations, Crist works to improve criminal justice...