Orange County Sheriff's Office, Florida

Orange County Sheriff's Office, Florida We serve and protect 1.4 million Orange County residents and 75 million annual visitors.

Orange County Sheriff’s Office Use of Social Media Sites
If a social media site used by the Orange County Sheriff's Office allows for comments to be posted by the public, OCSO reserves the right to edit or remove content based on the criteria listed below. The purpose of any Sheriff’s Office social media site is to facilitate a moderated online discussion directly relating to topics posted by OCSO

. Criteria to edit or remove content:
• Comments not topically related to the initial posting
• Profane language or content
• Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation
• Sexual content or links to sexual content
• Solicitations of commerce
• Conduct that is unlawful or encourages unlawful conduct
• Information that may tend to compromise the safety or security of the public, public systems, or the Orange County Sheriff's Office’s in any manner
• Content that violates a copyright, trademark or other legal ownership interest of any other party
• Campaign information from a candidate for elected office or information related to a candidate’s personal campaign

09/06/2026

Do YOU want to spend a day with the Sheriff?

Do you remember Ahmiyah? She was the 2025 winner of our “A Day with the Sheriff” Essay Contest - and her winning essay earned her the chance to experience a day behind the scenes with Sheriff Mina! 👮‍♀️

Now, it could be your turn.

OCPS high school students: Applications are officially OPEN for this year’s contest!

Write an 800–1,000 word essay answering ONE of these prompts:
1️⃣ How can social media be used positively to connect youth with law enforcement and promote crime prevention?
2️⃣ What can law enforcement do to connect better with young people?
3️⃣ What does a safe community look like to you, and how can youth and law enforcement work together to achieve it?

The winner will be announced in early October!

Ready to put your ideas into action? Submit your essay at ocso.com/sheriff-essay-contest.

Have questions? Email [email protected] for more information.

Your voice matters. Your ideas can make a difference. And who knows, you could be spending a day with the Sheriff!

Know This! Among adolescents and adults, alcohol use is involved in up to 70% of deaths associated with water recreation...
09/06/2026

Know This! Among adolescents and adults, alcohol use is involved in up to 70% of deaths associated with water recreation. Alcohol impairs balance, coordination, and judgment, and it increases risk-taking behavior. We want you to .

Don't drink and boat!

Let's get ready to Meet * Connect * Unite!National Night Out, happening on Tuesday, October 6, is one of our favorite ev...
09/05/2026

Let's get ready to Meet * Connect * Unite!

National Night Out, happening on Tuesday, October 6, is one of our favorite events. If you're interested in planning a block party in your neighborhood, register now at ocso.com/nno.

REMINDER: All Orange County Sheriff’s Office locations open to the public will be CLOSED Monday, September 7, in observa...
09/04/2026

REMINDER: All Orange County Sheriff’s Office locations open to the public will be CLOSED Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day, but our deputies will continue to keep our residents and visitors safe. We will reopen Tuesday, September 8, at 8 AM.

If you need help, call 911 or our non-emergency line at 407-836-4357.
To file a non-emergency police report online, please visit ocso.com/e-report.

OCSO offers a designated safe location for co-parents to exchange their children? The parking spaces are in front of ...
09/04/2026

OCSO offers a designated safe location for co-parents to exchange their children?

The parking spaces are in front of our north entrance at 2500 W. Colonial Drive.

Ensuring the safety and well-being of each child is paramount. We're here to support families and provide a secure environment for these important moments.

Calling all certified law enforcement officers, active or retired! The Orange County Sheriff's Office in Florida is hiri...
09/03/2026

Calling all certified law enforcement officers, active or retired!

The Orange County Sheriff's Office in Florida is hiring School Resource Deputies. Step into your purpose, and join our team! ⭐

Starting salary: $67,728.13/yr - $70,437.12/yr

APPLY NOW at www.ocso.com/careers

Any questions? Email [email protected]

Attention Orange County Public Schools Students Grades 9-12 A Day with the Sheriff Essay Contest! Submit an 800-1000 wo...
09/03/2026

Attention Orange County Public Schools Students Grades 9-12 A Day with the Sheriff Essay Contest!

Submit an 800-1000 word essay to www.ocso.com/sheriff-essay-contest using one of the following prompts:

1. How can social media be used positively to connect youth with law
enforcement and promote crime prevention?

2. What can law enforcement do to connect better with young people?

3. What does a safe community look like to you, and how can youth
and law enforcement work together to achieve it?

Winner will be announced in early October | Contact [email protected] for more info.

09/03/2026

100+ mph with kids in the car?

You’re going to jail. And that may only be the beginning.

Drivers can face additional charges when children are involved, and DCF will be notified.

We’ve stopped multiple drivers doing exactly this.

⭐️Senior Connect: Senior First & Victim Advocate ⭐️Our next Senior Connect session is coming up! Join us for a FREE inte...
09/02/2026

⭐️Senior Connect: Senior First & Victim Advocate ⭐️

Our next Senior Connect session is coming up! Join us for a FREE interactive discussion focused on Senior First & Victim Advocate.

The event will be held on Wednesday, 9/16, from 1 PM to 3 PM at the Wayne Densch YMCA Family Center located at 870 N Hastings St, Orlando, FL 32808. This event is FREE and open to anyone 55 years and older.

The OCSO Senior Connect Interactive Information Session is open to the first 100 people who sign up or show up! To register in advance, visit ocso.com/seniors.

Any questions? Call 407-254-7375 or email [email protected]

Tips to Protect your Home 🌀 Hurricane Season 🚨☑Ensure your home is covered with hazard-specific homeowners or renters in...
09/02/2026

Tips to Protect your Home 🌀 Hurricane Season 🚨

☑Ensure your home is covered with hazard-specific homeowners or renters insurance.
☑Trim trees and bushes away from your roof, gutters, and entryways.
☑Install emergency lighting in hallways and stairs.
☑Be sure to lock your pool gates.
☑Test smoke alarms regularly and store back up batteries.
☑Keep a working fire extinguisher handy.
☑Make sure you clean your gutters and chimney.
☑Ensure two exit routes from your home.
☑Place your fuse box above past flood levels.
☑Have enough hurricane shutters or pre-cut plywood.

Don't wait, prepare now.

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2500 West Colonial Drive
Orlando, FL
32804

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+14072547000

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