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JSO Releases New Edition of "Behind the Voice of JSO"
On Friday, June 30, 2023, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office released the second edition of its "Behind the Voice of JSO" series featuring Police Emergency Communications Officer Emily Georgeo.
Important Message About Permitless Carry of Concealed Weapons in Florida
Starting Saturday, July 1, 2023, new legislation takes effect in the state of Florida which authorizes a person to carry a concealed weapon or firearm pursuant to a valid concealed weapons license or without a concealed weapons license provided that the criteria
Sheriff Presents Purple Heart Medal to Police Officer Jennifer Johnson
Earlier this year, Police Officer Jennifer Johnson received significant injuries in the line of duty. On Thursday, June 29, 2023, Sheriff T.K. Waters presented her with a "Purple Heart" medal at the agency's monthly awards ceremony.
Sheriff Encourages Community to Partner with JSO to Help Solve Crimes
On Thursday, June 22, 2023, Sheriff T.K. Waters announced a new project aimed at seeking the public's involvement to help solve crimes.
Cold Case Spotlight: Kelly Eberhardt
Today, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office released another "Cold Case Spotlight". This monthly feature spotlights a murder that the Sheriff's Office has classified as a cold case. The hope is that this will lead to the identity of a suspect(s) and in turn help bring some closure
JSO Releases Critical Incident Briefing for the Officer Involved Shooting on May 19th
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, along with the State Attorney’s Office, continue the investigation into the officer involved shooting that occurred on Friday, May 19, 2023, in the 1100 block of Park Avenue, in Orange Park.
JSO to Host Virtual Career Fair on Friday, June 16th
Join members of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office later this month as they highlight one of the agency's most popular civilian roles - Police Emergency Communications Officer II (9-1-1 Dispatcher / 9-1-1 Call Taker).
Sheriff Waters to Walk in Oak Hill Community on Tuesday, June 13th
This walk was postponed due to inclement weather and rescheduled for Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Accreditation Public Comment Portal Open Through July 31st
As part of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office annual reaccreditation process, The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®) will host a public comment portal starting today, June 1st through Monday, July 31, 2023.
Police Sergeant Ko Matsui Featured in JSO's Latest Edition of "Behind the Badge"
On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office released a new edition of the "Behind the Badge" series featuring Police Sergeant Ko Matsui.