Mission Statement: Protecting
Florida's natural resources and people through proactive and
responsive law enforcement services.
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.
Motto: Patrol, Protect,
Preserve
Resource Protection
This includes educating the public and
enforcing state and federal fisheries and wildlife laws; protecting
threatened and endangered species and habitats; managing captive
and nonnative wildlife; investigating fish and wildlife crimes; and
participating in youth projects to develop the next generation that
cares about conservation.
Boating and Waterways
This includes enforcing boating rules and
regulations, coordinating boating safety campaigns and education;
managing public waters and access to them; conducting boating
accident investigations; identifying and removing derelict vessels;
and investigating vessel theft and title fraud.
Public Safety
FWC officers respond to natural and
manmade disasters and search and rescue missions. Specialized
response units are equipped to operate by air, land and sea. The
Division is a partner in Florida's Mutual Aid Plan, administered by
the Department of Community Affairs. The Division works with other
law enforcement agencies to provide intelligence and security
support, general law enforcement services and critical incident
investigations.
The division director is Colonel Jim Brown.
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