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Law Enforcement

Vision: To be recognized as the leading conservation law enforcement agency in the nation, set apart by strategic vision, clear missions, strong leadership and a professional officer corps.

Mission Statement: Protecting Florida's natural resources and people through proactive and responsive law enforcement services. 

 

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Accredited by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA)
February 25, 2009

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The Division of Law Enforcement represents about half of the agency's personnel, with 902 employees, 725 of whom are sworn officers. The division emphasizes compliance with

  • fishing and hunting regulations,
  • state and federal laws that protect threatened and endangered species,
  • laws dealing with commercial trade of wildlife and wildlife products, and
  • boating safety laws and regulations.

The division is a partner with other state law enforcement agencies in Florida's Mutual Aid Plan, administered by the Department of Community Affairs. Officers perform search and rescue, as well as provide information and law enforcement service and assistance to citizens and visitors alike.

The division director is Col. Jim Brown.

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Our mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.