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Lawmakers have passed a series of new Florida laws with October 1, 2024 effective dates. Here's what this means for the citizens of Florida, including a summary of each bill...

At the recent Florida Sheriffs Association Summer Conference, FSA Deputy Executive Director of Operations Matt Dunagan sat down with new FSA president, Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell. The two discussed...

Missing child prevention begins with child safety discussions and plans. Although child abductions are rare, children can get lost or go missing for many reasons. Here are ways to help...

The Sheriffs 2024 Summer Conference allowed Florida’s sheriffs, their staffs and representatives from the state’s top law-enforcement agencies to share best practices, receive important legal and legislative updates and recognize...

Cuba, with a rich history of exploitation and revolution, sits just 90 miles off the coast of Florida. Known for fruit and sugar cane harvesting, it had also become a...

The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) today announced the release of a resolution that was approved by Florida’s sheriffs at the Sheriffs Summer Conference last week. The resolution opposes the legalization...

How pervasive is domestic violence in Florida? According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 38 percent of Florida women and 29 percent of Florida men experience intimate partner dating...

Child safety is a top priority, but the challenges increase at parks, malls and events where distractions are abundant and crowds are dense. Here are some practical child safety tips...

The Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) recognizes Animal Control Officer Jennifer Miller as the 2024 Florida Sheriffs Association Civilian of the Year. This award recognizes exemplary service above self by...

The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA), one of the nation's largest and most successful law enforcement associations, is pleased to announce its leadership for the 2024-2025 year. The newly elected FSA...