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Sheriffs cautious about expanding juvenile citations
NSF via WFOR-TV
The use of civil citations to divert juvenile offenders from the justice system has spread to nearly all Florida counties. A new law goes into effect Oct .1, giving teens who are apprehended by law enforcement second or third chances to avoid arrest. … "To me, it's all about making the good decision," Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri said. "It's less important the number of civil citations a kid gets — it's the circumstances surrounding it."
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Florida Sheriff's Deputies pull man from ledge
Sun Sentinel via Officer.com
The two-minute rescue began at 11:20 p.m. July 27, along the Andrews Avenue bridge over I-95. Sgt. Bryan Nord, 40, and Deputy Jonathan Vazquez, 33, worked together to save the man, who had been unresponsive and slowly inched his way closer to the edge of the small ledge as the deputies neared.
Saint Leo University welcomes 9 new community partners
Tampa Bay Newswire
"We are pleased to welcome these new community partners who will work collaboratively with Saint Leo University," said Dr. Beth Carter, associate vice president, Division of Continuing Education, Saint Leo University. "It's essential to cultivate new relationships with external organizations for the university, and aids in building a stronger sense of community and independence for our students and graduates."
Video Crime Tip: Brevard bandits decide to go undercover
Space Coast Daily
This week our Brevard Bandits decided to go "undercover" to try and gain insight into the free "Home Security Survey" offered by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
Hillsborough deputies: Lock your doors!
WTSP-TV
In a public service announcement, the Hillsborough Sheriff's Office says you're making the jobs of thieves easier by not locking up. The sheriff's office is spreading these videos throughout social media.
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Law enforcement, firefighters work with Nextdoor as tool to alert, help residents
Orlando Sentinel
Soon after deputies arrested four teenagers last month on charges of breaking into vehicles in the Sabal Point neighborhood, the Seminole County Sheriff's Office posted a notice on the community's Nextdoor website notifying residents.
Parents, are you struggling with how to talk to your kids about gangs?
National Gang Center
The National Gang Center has published an updated version of the "Parents' Guide to Gangs." This guide provides parents with answers to common questions about gangs to enable them to recognize and prevent their child’s involvement in a gang.
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Street drug 'flakka' on the rise in Marianna
WJHG-TV
A harmful drug called "flakka" is growing in popularity in Marianna and law enforcement is warning residents of its dangers.
#Burpees4Justin challenge accepted by PBSO Training Division
YouTube
Justin has the Voice to inspire a nation, a nation struggling with childhood obesity. To support Justin with his commitment to lose weight and help change America, PBSO Sheriff Ric Bradshaw initiates a #Burpees4Justin challenge to all those in Law Enforcement and Fire Fighters.
Santa Rosa County Correctional Institution inmates bring artistic talents to area schools
Santa Rosa Press Gazette
When area schools are not in session, Officer James Priddy with the Santa Rosa County Correctional Institution along with several inmates are sharing their artistic talents with those schools, located throughout the county.
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