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Law Enforcement Aviation Unit Spotlight
Aviation units in law enforcement play a crucial role in keeping Florida communities safe. By providing a bird’s-eye view, these units help deputies respond faster, coordinate ground operations, and reach...
Florida Sheriffs Association Celebrates Graduation of 2nd Annual Women’s Leadership Academy
Women’s History Month in 2025 will be one for the history books at the Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA). The FSA is proud to announce the successful completion of the first-ever...
How Women in Law Enforcement Shaped Florida Sheriff’s Offices
The history of women in law enforcement is deeply tied to Florida’s evolution toward community engagement and victim-centered policing. That progress didn’t happen by accident — women helped build it....
Mental Health in Law Enforcement: Supporting Florida’s Deputies
If you or a loved one serves in law enforcement and is facing stress, anxiety, or other mental health challenges, know you are not alone. Florida’s sheriffs understand that the...
Palm Beach County Communications Officer Selected as the Florida Sheriffs Association 2026 Dispatcher of the Year
The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) is pleased to announce that Communications Officer Cheree Raymond of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office has been selected as the 2026 Dispatcher of the...
Jacksonville Officer Honored as the Florida Sheriffs Association 2026 Corrections Officer of the Year
The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) is deeply honored to recognize Officer Obbie Johnson of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office as the Florida Sheriffs Association 2026 Corrections Officer of the Year. This...
The History of Florida’s Amendment 10
Miami-Dade County’s 2024 election represents a historic shift in local governance, restoring the office of sheriff after decades under an appointed model. Rooted in Florida’s long sheriff tradition and driven...
Human Trafficking Prevention in Florida
Human trafficking is an urgent issue in the United States and beyond but it is tragically one that is often difficult to recognize. Knowing the truth about this crime is...
Firework Safety Tips for Floridians
If you plan to celebrate with fireworks in Florida, it’s important to understand the rules. Learn how to use them with care and why respecting the law and practicing fireworks...
How Law Enforcement Supports People with Disabilities
For parents and caregivers of people who have disabilities, confidence in their safety and well-being is essential. Across Florida, law enforcement agencies are expanding programs that strengthen understanding, communication and...