You Snooze, You Lose – Don't Drive Drowsy

August 31, 2010...The first week in September is "Drowsy Driving Prevention Week" in Florida.

Teen Driver Challenge In the News

August, 2010...The Florida Sheriffs Association Teen Driver Challenge is making headlines throughout the state.

Sheriff J. Harrell Reid to Lead Sheriffs

July 30, 2010...Hamilton County Sheriff J. Harrell Reid elected as President of the Florida Sheriffs Association

Florida Sheriffs Assoc. 2010 Deputy Sheriff of the Year

July 29, 2010....The Florida Sheriffs Association named Orange County Sheriff's Office Deputy Michael Kleinfelt the 2010 Deputy Sheriff of the Year

INTERPOL Sec. Gen. Noble Address to Sheriffs

July 27, 2010...Interpol Secretary General Ron Noble spoke to Sheriffs about partnership in pursuing fugitives who cross international borders

Governor Crist Signs Legislation Hindering Meth Labs

JULY 27, 2010...Governor applauds Florida Sheriffs for 39-year low in state’s crime rate.

FSA Resolution Supports Silver Alert

July 27, 2010...At their annual summer conference, the Florida Sheriffs Association passed a resolution in support of Silver Alert program.

AJ Smith Chosen as FDSA Director of Operations

July 23, 2010....The Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association selects AJ Smith to oversee the association.

Media Helps Sheriffs Nab the Bad Guys

June 25, 2010...A committed TV news team, state senator and Sheriffs' Offices work together on this fraud case.

Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott Elected to Represent Academy Class

June 18, 2010…Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott was selected by 260 peer law enforcement professionals from 48 states and 29 countries to represent the 241st Class of the FBI Academy.

FSA Scholarships Awarded

May 28, 2010...FSA awarded 10 scholarships to children of Sheriffs' Office employees.

New Headquarters Taking Shape

May 7, 2010...Construction company right on schedule, thanks to favorable weather.

Operation Medicine Cabinet

Law Enforcement Memorial Page 2010

April 30, 2010...Links to Law Enforcement Memorial events and topics in recognition of National Police Week.

Song Honors Heroes

April 30, 2010..."Bravery and service were your virtues...You earned crown of glory on that day"

Leon County Included in Committee of 99 Awards

April 30, 2010...LCSO Det. Dawn Dennis named Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

Lieutenant Governor Kottkamp Applauds Passage of SB 1050

April 28, 2010...Bill blocks excessive sales of precursors used to make methamphetamine

Two Sheriffs Among Chief Exec Graduates

April 24, 2010...Class 43 includes Nassau Sheriff Tommy Seagraves and Columbia Sheriff Mark Hunter

Victim's Advocates Help Reunite Family

April 22, 2010...Recognized for helping family of mother and five children who were brutally murdered.

Investigator Goes "Above and Beyond" to Bring Justice on Behalf of Victim

April 22, 2010...Helps bring family member of victim to justice

Detective Helps 15-year old After Parents' Death

April 21, 2010....Assisting youth after both parents died tragically earns recognition

National Crime Victim's Week 2010

April 18, 2010...Wakulla S.O.: No "Typical Day" in the Life of a Victim's Advocate

Crime in Florida at Its Lowest in 39 Years

April 7, 2010...FSA President Bill Farmer joins press conference for the good news.

Tim Cannon Appointed Asst. Exec. Dir.

April 1, 2010...25-year veteran law enforcement officer joins FSA team.

Youth Trained With Law Enforcement's Best

March 19, 2010...Florida Sheriffs Explorers Train in Tallahasee

Sheriffs Explorers Training Media Advisory

March 20, 2010

Lake County Sheriffs Explorers (from left) Silvia Hogston, Exp. First Class Ashley Chapman, Expl. First Class Toyori Jones and Exp. Sgt. Tim Parrish Jr.

Sheriffs Capitol Day Media Advisory

March 18, 2010

Sheriffs Day at the Capitol 2010

March 18, 2010

FSA Correctional Officer of the Year 2009

February 9, 2010....FSA names Brevard County Correctional Deputy Robert Lincoln Jr. winner.

Jax Det. Jared Reston Named LE Officer of the Year

January 27, 2010...Today, the Florida Sheriffs Association is proud to announce that Detective Jared Reston of the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office received the Attorney General's 2009 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award. Reston was one of 12 nominees present at the Capitol ceremony recognizing the distinguished officers for their dedication to law enforcement and their protection of the public. More >>

In Memory: Executive Director Gary Perkins

GARY E. PERKINS

October 1, 1949 - January 21, 2010

The Florida Sheriffs Association honors the life and legacy of Gary E. Perkins, Executive Director of the Florida Sheriffs Association, who passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2010 in Tallahassee following a five-year battle with cancer.

FDLE and DOC Announce First Capture in 12 Days of Fugitives Campaign

December 21, 2009...Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Commissioner Gerald Bailey and Department of Corrections (DOC) Secretary Walt McNeil today announced the first capture in the “12 Days of Fugitives” campaign. Oscar Eugene Richardson, 61, was arrested at 3 p.m. Saturday in Ridgedale, Missouri as a result of information received through the campaign’s toll free hotline. Richardson had been on the run more than 30 years.

Florida Sheriffs Need You to Build for the Future

After the Florida Sheriffs Association lost its Tallahassee headquarters to fire in 2008, the Sheriffs have launched an effort to re-build. The new two-story building design will overlook the existing Florida Sheriffs Law Enforcement Memorial.

While we are fortunate to be able to re-build at the same location - which means no land purchase is necessary - the construction costs are over and above the association’s current operating budget. And because the previous building was more than 25 years old, insurance is covering only a fraction of the cost to replace it.

In order to offset costs, the Florida Sheriffs Association is turning to you - our loyal members - to ask for a little extra help. I want to give to this effort.

The Life of a Crisis Negotiator

March, 2009...The role of Crisis or Hostage Negotiator is a secondary position in law enforcement. They're the ones on the other end of the line with a barricaded person who is often threatening to harm themselves or others. It's a really hot seat. What does it take? Hear what these Crisis Negotiators have to say...

St. Lucie Gets Bargain Mobile Command Center

November, 2008...When the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office reorganized its Crisis Negotiation Team, it became obvious they needed a custom-designed rolling command center. But in these days of tightened budgets, it also became obvious that the team's vehicle would have to be a low-budget production. Their solution: A donated ambulance and remodeling using jail inmate labor.

Florida's Lady Sheriffs: A Rare Breed

September, 2008...Only 3 of Florida's 16 women Sheriffs have been elected to the Office -- including two who were recently re-elected, Alachua County Sheriff Sadie Darnell and Highlands County Sheriff Susan Benton.

Through an excerpt from his book, "The Encyclopedia of Florida Sheriffs and Their Families: 1821-2008: A Genealogical Excursion into Florida Law Enforcement," Author Victor Sylvestri offers some background on the women who have served as Chief Law Enforcement Officers in their counties around the state -- going back to 1938.

Their Bravery Saved the Sheriff

July, 2008...Incident involving Deputy Sheriff of the Year 2007 winners hits close to home

"Sheriff of Florida" Buddy Phillips Dies

June 11, 2008...The Florida Sheriffs Association is mourning the loss of J. M. "Buddy" Phillips Jr., known fondly as the "Sheriff of Florida," who died early Tuesday, June 10, in Tallahassee. Buddy served as Executive Director of the Florida Sheriffs Association for 14 years, where he built membership and additional support for our sister organization, the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches. During his tenure, he also established a permanent memorial on the grounds of FSA headquarters dedicated to the men and women of Sheriffs' Offices who died in the line of duty and published the History of the Florida Sheriffs, a book series reaching back into the Office of Sheriff beginning in the 1800s.

Association Office Burns

April 16, 2008...A fire started at the Florida Sheriffs Association offices in Tallahassee early Tuesday morning, April 15. The building is a total loss. Please continue to keep the staff members in your prayers. Updates will be forthcoming.

Corporal Freeman Named Correctional Officer of the Year

February, 2008...At the Florida Sheriffs Association's 2008 Mid-Winter conference, the Sheriffs honored Brevard County Corporal Kimberly Freeman by naming her the 2007 Correctional Officer of the Year. Corporal Freeman was placed in a deadly force situation where she had to make a split second decision. Incredibly, she chose to put herself in harm's way to protect a fellow corrections officer.

Detective Brian Hester Wins Deputy Sheriff of the Year

July, 2007...Past winners of the Deputy Sheriff of the Year have been recognized for everything from wrestling victims away from dangerous criminals to surviving a shootout and bringing the culprits to justice. This year's winner captured the Florida Sheriffs' attention through his behind-the-scenes work. St. Lucie County Sheriff's Detective Brian Hester helped dismantle a powerful and dangerous street gang responsible for several homicides, numerous shootings, robberies and a significant level of narcotic trafficking.

Rise In Teen Fatalities Are A Concern for Sheriffs

November, 2006...Did you know that in the United States, traffic crashes occur every 12 seconds?In fact, you are more likely to be killed in an automobile crash than in any other way.And vehicular crashes are now the No. 1 cause of death among young adults.The Florida Sheriffs are working to change that...by creating a new statewide driving program that challenges young adults to improve their driving:The Teen Driver Challenge.

Sheriff Plans Rescue of Stranded Deputy Following Hurricane

November, 2005...Many of us in Florida have felt the anxiety of knowing that a family member is in the eye of a hurricane. Some of us have even provided refuge to relatives, as they sought to get out of harm's way. But what if you knew that family member had survived Hurricane Katrina, only to become caught up in the chaos that followed? That is, stranded at the New Orleans Convention Center, going for days without food and water, and having their personal safety at risk?

Manatee County Sheriff Charlie Wells knows how it feels.

Pasco Sheriff's Office Expands Project Childsafe

July, 2005...Pasco Sheriff's Office Child Protective Investigators who are tasked with investigating child-abuse allegations will have another tool to keep children safe.The Sheriff's Office has started distributing 2,000 ChildSafe gunlock safety kits, doubling the number of gunlocks distributed in 2004.