The Florida Sheriffs Association is a non-profit professional association of Florida’s 67 Sheriffs, 3,000 business leaders and over 100,000 private citizens.
Tallahassee, FL
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Did you know that 1 in 5 law enforcement officers are veterans?
This Veterans Day, we honor and thank all who have served our country, including the Florida sheriffs and deputies who continue to serve and protect their communities.
For Florida veteran resources and information, visit our partners at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV):
flhsmv.gov/working-at-flhsmv…
To all who have served, thank you for your service.
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Two emergency aviation landings in Lee County in just 48 hours highlight the importance of ensuring Florida sheriffs have the resources and technology they need to respond effectively and keep their communities safe. Great work by the @SheriffLeeFL.
⭐️ 𝐋𝐂𝐒𝐎 𝐀𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞 𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢-𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 ⭐️
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Four-legged partners are an important part of Florida’s mounted patrol units, bringing a unique presence and capability to law enforcement.
Meet some of the horses behind the Marion County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Patrol Unit and learn more about the work they do alongside Florida’s deputies at flsheriffs.org/blog.
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National recognition for the @ccsofl deputy who went above and beyond to help this citizen in need!
“𝐌𝐲 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭.”
Thank you to @JesseWeberLive / @NewsNation for speaking with Deputy Maertz about going above and beyond for a 71-year-old woman who was in need of help.
When she told us she was sleeping in her car for days, waiting for a paycheck to get home up north, Deputies Maertz and Mahlke stepped up and bought her a meal, filled her gas tank and gave her cash for whatever she needed on her travels back.
This is what Proudly Serving looks like.
#CCSOFL #ProudlyServing
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A neighbor reports an unaccompanied child, and deputies' due diligence uncovers dangerous conditions impacting not just the child but a neglected animal - ultimately requiring multiple agencies to step in. This is the collaboration and commitment that saves lives. Thank you @VolusiaSheriff !
This morning, deputies responded to a call about an unaccompanied toddler walking around a retention pond in Deltona. Deputies in the area heard the call on Live 911 and quickly spotted the child in the water. Deputies retrieved the 4-year-old and identified his home. Inside, they found filthy conditions including copious animal waste, a roach infestation, and mold. Deltona Animal Control responded, taking custody of a caged and neglected dog. Both parents were arrested on charges of child neglect and animal cruelty. A grandparent took custody of the child and DCF was contacted for follow-up.
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Today is Election Day. Make your voice heard!
The polls are open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. (local time). Any voters waiting in line at 7:00 p.m. will have the opportunity to cast a ballot.
To find your precinct or polling location, please visit the Florida Division of Elections webpage.
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A Florida sheriff's deputy wears many hats, but this is one of the most important. Thank you to the deputies of the @HCSOSheriff who answered the call and made sure this veteran knew he wasn't alone. We are grateful for his service to our country.
A veteran who answered the call to serve needed someone to answer his. #teamHCSO did.
On October 30, 2026, at approximately 5 p.m., deputies responded to the area near Van Dyke Road to search for a veteran who had fled on foot after expressing thoughts of suicide.
Deputies located the man deep inside a wooded swamp, standing in the water. They spoke with him and made sure he knew he was not alone. He was safely brought out and connected with the care he needs.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or call the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay at 211.
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Our Weekly Insight shares updates and perspectives from Florida's law enforcement on issues affecting those who live, work, and visit here.
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Does Amendment 3 protect public safety? It does not.
Amendment 3 is too good to be true.
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Great work by @SheriffLeeFL and its partners in a major operation that disrupted illegal gambling activity. Strong partnerships like these help keep Florida communities safe.
A fallen deputy will never be forgotten. We appreciate the @MiamiDade_SO for continuing to honor Detective Gort's legacy.
#MDSO Remembers Fallen Officer Evelyn Gort EOW 10/30/1993 🙏
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Thank you Seminole County Sheriff's Office for hosting this training. The job of law enforcement is high stakes and often high stress, making trainings like this so beneficial and important for deputies.
Last week, eight members of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, including sworn and civilian personnel, completed a three-day Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Critical Incident Stress Management course hosted by the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office.
Our team trained alongside members from seven other Florida agencies, developing peer support skills to help first responders navigate and process the emotional impact of critical incidents.
Thank you to the @SeminoleSO for hosting this valuable training and to all the participating agencies for their commitment to the well-being of Florida’s first responders. 💙
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Thank you to Florida’s sheriffs and deputies for their commitment to protecting our state and the communities they serve. Through crime prevention, emergency response, and public safety efforts, they work every day to help keep Florida safe.
Want to show your support for Florida law enforcement? Purchase the Florida Sheriffs Association specialty license plate. Proceeds help support local law enforcement initiatives, fund advanced training opportunities for deputies, and provide scholarships.
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A career in public safety can be more than you imagine.
Law enforcement careers take many different paths, offering opportunities for people with a wide range of interests, skills, and backgrounds. Whether you're preparing for your first career, considering a career change, or looking for a meaningful way to continue serving after retirement, there may be a place for you in public safety.
Explore the many possibilities and discover where your skills could make a difference. Read the blog at flsheriffs.org/blog.
Partnerships like this help deputies provide the safest response to incidents involving a mental health crisis. Thank you for spotlighting this great work, @JSOPIO !
When someone is experiencing a mental health crisis, the right response can make all the difference.
On this episode of Inside JSO, go behind the scenes of our Behavioral Crisis Response Unit. This unit pairs our specially trained officers with civilian licensed mental health professionals who ride together as “co-responders” to mental health calls.
The officer provides safety for the counselor to go in and bring comfort and resources during what may be someone’s darkest moment. We believe mental health care and access to resources are crucial, and our Behavioral Crisis Response Unit helps bring that directly to the people who need them most.
Moderated by our Multimedia Manager Ashley Harding, our Behavioral Crisis Response Unit episode of Inside JSO is available on YouTube and everywhere you get your podcasts.
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In this final episode of our four-part FSAcast series on Amendment 3, we explore how changes to local property tax revenue could affect Florida sheriffs' offices, including law enforcement staffing, emergency response times, training, equipment, and technology.
As Florida communities grow, so does the demand for public safety services. What happens if local revenue declines but the need for those services remains the same? Listen before you vote to learn more about Amendment 3 and what it could mean for your community.
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Slowing down and moving over when you see flashing lights is not an option. It's the law. We are wishing Corporal Bruce well in her recovery.
Last night, Corporal Niomi Bruce’s patrol vehicle was struck from behind while she was assisting at a crash scene on I-75. The damage makes clear how much worse this could have been.
This afternoon, Sheriff Chad Chronister visited Corporal Bruce at Tampa General Hospital, where she was remarkably, in high spirits and is now released from the hospital. We’re thankful she’s recovering and will soon be back with her HCSO family.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. Let this be a reminder: when you see flashing lights on the roadside, slow down and move over. It’s the law, and it saves lives.
Grandmothers play such an important role in the lives of so many children. We love this story. Thank you for sharing, @WCSOFL 🙏🏽
“She didn’t speak English, so we only communicated in Spanish, nothing else. But I learned English in school. She was my everything."
@WCSOFL Sergeant Oscar D’Lassalas, an Air Force Veteran, was born in New Jersey. One of his parents is from Colombia, and the other is from Puerto Rico. With both parents working two jobs, he credits his grandmother with raising him.
Thank you @WJHG_TV for telling his story during #HispanicHeritageMonth.
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Florida Senate President Ben Albritton has consistently demonstrated strong support for law enforcement and the men and women who work every day to keep Florida’s communities safe. A fourth-generation farmer born and raised in Florida’s Heartland, President Albritton brings a firsthand understanding of the needs, challenges, and values of rural Florida and has made supporting those communities a priority. The Florida Sheriff Association is sharing the attached statement from the current President of the Florida Senate Ben Albritton regarding his opinion on Amendment 3. #FlaPol
Programs like Matrix House are a great example of how Florida sheriffs help strengthen the communities they serve. Thank you, @JSOPIO, for supporting individuals as they work toward recovery and a fresh start.
‘Trust the process.’
Our Matrix House program supports individuals arrested for drug-related offenses as they take steps toward recovery, accountability, and a fresh start.
Our role is in facilitating the program through the Pre-Trial Detention Facility and the Community Transition Center as well as providing security and housing. The Community Rehabilitation Center and its staff provide guidance, encouragement, and resources to help participants through their journey to rebuilding their lives.
Cherry recently graduated from the program, and her story shows what can happen when someone gets the opportunity and support needed to turn their life around. She committed to the process and came out stronger on the other side.
Cherry’s story reminds us that an arrest does not have to define a person’s future.
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