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Public Safety Tip: Water Safety and Essential Summer Reminders
As summer heats up in Florida, it's crucial to prioritize heat, sun and water safety to enjoy the season to its fullest. Whether you’re a longtime Florida resident or a...
Florida Sheriffs Association Continues Investing in Florida’s Youth by Awarding Ten Criminal Justice Scholarships
Each year, the Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) invests in Florida’s youth by recognizing hard-working and talented students whose parents work in Florida's Sheriff’s Offices. In 2024, the Florida Sheriffs Association...
Florida Sheriffs Association Announces the 2024 Commanders Academy Graduating Class 15
Sheriff deputies and personnel representing 36 Florida sheriffs’ offices graduated from the Florida Sheriffs Association’s (FSA) prestigious Commanders Academy. The Commanders Academy is an exceptionally informative and educational experience that...
Law Enforcement Families Can Offset Expenses with Scholarships for College
With the cost of education continually increasing, it is more important than ever for law enforcement families to identify scholarships for college. When you are searching for scholarships for your...
Florida Sheriffs Association Continues Investing in Florida’s Youth by Awarding 14 STEM Scholarships
The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) invests in the state of Florida each year by encouraging and rewarding bright, hard-working students whose parents work in a Florida sheriff’s office. This year,...
Remembering Ted Bundy and the Chi Omega Murders
In January 1978, evil visited Tallahassee in the form of a psychopathic stalker who was later identified as one of the most vicious serial killers in modern history.
Public Safety Tip: Increase Home Security with The 9 p.m. Routine
Sometimes, nationwide efforts begin at home, especially in the case of home security. The nightly social media reminders for the 9 p.m. routine started with the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office...
Law Enforcement Hall of Fame
In October 2014, the Hall of Fame was created through Section 264.0041, Florida Statutes, to recognize and honor law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line for the...
Honorary Sheriff Award Recipients
April, 1991 William J. “Red” Mitchum July 20, 1993 Ander Crenshaw, President, Florida Senate July 25, 1995 Charlie Crist, Florida Senator Jan. 30, 1996 Carl Stauffer, Former FSA Executive Director...
Mexican Drug Cartels: What They Mean to Florida
While most people haven’t a clue, Mexican Drug Cartels have established a presence throughout much of Florida. This presence brings with it harmful substances that affect many families, along with...