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Power Theft

Help US Help YOU by Preventing Power Theft

Power, or energy theft is on the rise -- and everyone pays for it in terms of costs and safety. FPU is doing all it can to stop theft, but we need your help too!

Safety Concerns
Power thieves tamper with electric service connections and meters to avoid paying for electricity. Attempting to steal power is a dangerous proposition. Not only can it can result in fires, but individuals can be severely burned, electrocuted or worse.

Legal Violations
Energy theft is against the law. Under Section 812.14 of the Florida Statutes, someone convicted of power theft can be fined $1,000 or up to three times the cost of the electricity stolen. They can also face up to a year in prison.

Report Theft
FPU takes power theft seriously. We want to protect you from harm and needless rising costs. Help us stop theft and protect those that may come in contact with potential hazards by reporting it.

If you suspect someone of tampering with an electric service, let us know. If you prefer, you can also make an anonymous call to your local FPU office.

FPU strongly recommends that you let us handle the matter by not confronting suspected energy thieves yourself.