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Bob Allen (born 1958) is an American politician who was a Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives from 2000 until 2007, representing Florida's 32nd district. His district included portions of Brevard and Orange Counties.

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Early life and education

Born in 1958, Allen was raised in Florida, and received his Associate of Arts degree from Valencia Community College. He also attended but did not receive degrees from the Florida State University and the University of Central Florida.

Political career

Florida House of Representatives

Rep. Allen served on the following committees:

Committee on Energy
Environmental and Natural Resources Council

Allen was co-chair of Sen. John McCain's presidential campaign in Florida, but resigned following his conviction.

2007 arrest and conviction

Allen was arrested on the afternoon of July 11, 2007 at Veterans Memorial Park in Titusville, Florida for solicitation of prostitution. Adjudication of Guilt or Conviction was WITHHELD following an Appeal process that is still open and being pursued to clear his name. (Source: Public Records, Brevard County Clerk of the Courts, State of Florida vs. Bob Allen

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References

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Preceded by Bill Posey	Florida Representative, 32nd District January 25, 2000 – March, 2008	Succeeded by Tony Sasso

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 '''Bob Allen''' (born 1958) is an [[United States|American]] politician who was a [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]] member of the [[Florida House of Representatives]] from 2000 until 2007, representing Florida's 32nd district. His district included portions of [[Brevard County, Florida|Brevard]] and [[Orange County, Florida|Orange]] Counties.
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-He made headlines in 2007 after being arrested for offering $20 for the opportunity to perform [[fellatio]] on an undercover male [[police officer]].<ref name=out/><ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,289137,00.html Florida State Representative Accused of Offering to Perform Oral Sex Claims Innocence]</ref>  From the time of his arrest, Allen has maintained his innocence.
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+Allen was arrested on the afternoon of [[July 11]], [[2007]] at Veterans Memorial Park in [[Titusville, Florida]] for solicitation of [[prostitution]].  Adjudication of Guilt or Conviction was WITHHELD following an Appeal process that is still open and being pursued to clear his name. (Source: Public Records, Brevard County Clerk of the Courts, State of Florida vs. Bob Allen
-Allen was arrested on the afternoon of [[July 11]], [[2007]] at Veterans Memorial Park in [[Titusville, Florida]] for solicitation of [[prostitution]] from an undercover, male police officer.<ref>[http://www.local6.com/problemsolvers/13664897/detail.html "Fla. State Representative Accused Of Soliciting Sex In Men's Room"], Local6.com news, July 11, 2007</ref> He was released from the county jail after posting a $500 bond. <ref>[http://www.wftv.com/download/2007/0712/13672104.pdf Police arrest form (pdf)], Titusville Police Department, July 11, 2007</ref><ref name=out>[http://www.planetout.com/news/article.html?2007/08/06/1 "Fla. Rep. Bob Allen: Fear made me offer sex"], planetout.com, August 6, 2007</ref>  Allen was convicted on [[November 9]], [[2007]]. After being sentenced on [[November 15]], [[2007]] to six months of probation, a $250 fine, court costs and $245 restitution to Titusville Police Department, Allen also was ordered to undergo testing for HIV and other STDs, complete a class in HIV awareness and to stay away from the park where he was arrested. He resigned from the Florida House of Representatives on [[November 16]], [[2007]]<ref>[http://365gay.com/Newscon07/11/111707allen.htm Allen Quits In Wake Of Bathroom Gay Sex Scandal]; [[365gay.com]]; Retrieved on [[2007-11-18]]</ref>
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 *[http://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/details.aspx?MemberId=4204 Florida House of Representatives profile]
 *[http://www.boballenfl.com/?page_id=2 Representative Allen's page]
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-*[http://www.local6.com/problemsolvers/13664897/detail.html Local 6's article on his arrest]
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