Florida Sheriff Law Enforcement


Most sheriffs in Florida ran for election in 2004 and began their term in office in January 2005. All sheriffs serve 4 year terms. There are 67 counties in Florida and 66 elected sheriffs. The Director of the Miami-Dade Police Department (Municipal Sheriff) in Dade County is unique in that they are appointed. The Sheriff is a "constitutional officer" and the chief law enforcement officer in the county.








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Florida Sheriffs Association* - Founded in 1893, FSA provides affordable training and legal services to all 66 of Florida's 67 counties that have elected Sheriffs as well as the appointed Director of the Miami-Dade Police Department.



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