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Sheriff Chris Blackmon (R)

Osceola | View All Sheriffs

County Details

  • County Seat: Kissimmee
  • Population: 437,784

Education

B.S. in Homeland Security, Vincennes University; Florida Highway Patrol 84th Recruit Class; extensive advanced law enforcement leadership training; deputized U.S. Marshal; Statewide Immigration Incident Commander, Florida Highway Patrol.

Career

Florida Highway Patrol, 33 years: served as Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, and Regional Chief over Troops C, D, and K; appointed Osceola County Sheriff in 2023; known for interagency coordination and operational leadership.

Honors and Affiliations

Mothers Against Drunk Driving recognition for DUI enforcement; U.S. Marshal deputation; Special Olympics volunteer; Make-A-Wish Foundation supporter; Little League volunteer; leadership roles in multi-agency operations; Florida Turnpike patrol operations commander.