Law Enforcement Programs

Awards Programs

Law Enforcement

Each year the Florida sheriffs Association recognizes exemplary performance in law enforcement and corrections at our sheriffs’ conferences. The four key awards consist of:

Lifetime Achievement Award

The Florida Sheriffs Association offers a special Lifetime Achievement Award to sheriffs' office employees with 40 years of service or more to law enforcement. To be eligible for the award, a sheriffs’ office employee must have a total of 40 years of sworn or non-sworn service in law enforcement with at least 20 years and one day of service for a Florida Sheriff (excluding military service). Award recipients receive a plaque acknowledging their dedication and a lifetime honorary membership in FSA.

Sheriffs' offices may submit nominations online year-round, however, the annual call for nominations will be emailed to sheriffs and sheriffs’ assistants each October. Submission of employees for consideration must be approved by their current sheriff. For questions about this award contact Caroline UnglaubRead more.

Nomination Criteria for the Lifetime Achievement Award (PDF)
Nomination Form for the Lifetime Achievement Award

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 safety and protection of Florida’s citizens and visitors through their works, service and exemplary accomplishments. Read more.

Honorary Sheriff

A rare award that the Florida sheriffs bestow on occasion is the title of “Honorary Sheriff.” This is given to someone who is a big supporter of law enforcement in Florida. The recipient, being of both high character and ethics, is recognized for their long-time support and relationship with law enforcement and/or the civil duties performed for the law enforcement society. A list of previous recipients and years can be found here.

AG Moody’s Back the Blue Award

Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Back the Blue campaign highlights law enforcement officers, citizens and organizations taking extraordinary steps to forge positive relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Supporting law enforcement is a top priority for Attorney General Moody and the mission of Back the Blue is to commend Florida’s brave law enforcement and Floridians who back them Read more.