Who we are
BS, Criminal Justice Administration, Columbia College.
Orlando Police Department for over 27 years, served as Chief of Police for more than four of those years; elected Orange County Sheriff in 2018 and re-elected in 2020.
30-year law enforcement career to include 27 years at the Orlando Police Department, where he ultimately served more than four years as Chief of Police; Elected Orange County Sheriff in 2018; FBINA Class 254.
FBI National Academy, Class 254; Southern Police Institute Command Officers Development Course; Outstanding Chief Executive of the Year, 2017, Florida Police Chiefs Association; Board of Directors, International Association of Chiefs of Police; Board of Directors, Central Florida Crimeline; Board of Directors, The Boys and Girls Club of Central Florida, Board of Directors; YMCA Central Florida; Board of Directors, Heart of Florida United Way; Board of Directors, Operation Dream; Board of Directors, Camaraderie Foundation; Major County Sheriff’s Association; Florida Sheriffs Association; Central Florida Criminal Justice Association; Florida SWAT Association; FBI National Academy Associates; Law Enforcement Immigration Task Force.
“A community is stronger when its citizens are informed and involved. We are responsive to the unique needs of our diverse and dynamic community and I want our residents to feel comfortable interacting with law enforcement so that trust exists when they need our help.”
~ Sheriff John W. Mina