Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office (MDSO) will commit its resources in partnership with the community to promote a safe and secure environment, maintain order, provide for the safe and expeditious flow of traffic, and practice our core values of integrity, respect, service and fairness.
Sheriff Rosie's Initiatives
Read about MDSO's First 100 Days.
Learn more on how you can report HOA/Condo Fraud.
Learn more on how you can report public corruption.
View Crime Data Dashboard Statistics
Top Services
Search open warrants and reports, request fingerprinting services, background checks, body-worn camera recordings and more.
Apply for a job with the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office.
Learn about evictions, collecting a judgment, filing a process with the Clerk of Court and Comptroller and other related topics.
Get help if you're the victim of a crime. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office can assist and guide you through the judicial process.
News & Events
Jean Bellerive, a 79-year-old cleaner for the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) through Goodwill of South Florida, retired after 13 years of service, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and camaraderie. His retirement party, attended by MDSO staff and Goodwill leadership, highlighted the deep bonds between the Goodwill cleaning crew and the law enforcement community.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office held its first-ever civilian promotions ceremony, recognizing the vital contributions of civilian employees across various divisions. Deputy Director Christopher J. Carothers and Chief Stephanie L. Stoiloff emphasized the significance of the event, marking a new era of appreciation for civilian staff within the department
House Bill 657, passed in July 2023, authorizes camera enforcement of speed limits in school zones within Miami-Dade County for vehicles exceeding the limit by more than 10 miles per hour during school hours. Violators will receive a minimum $100 fine, with options to pay, transfer liability, or contest the citation.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Occupant with Autism program provides decals to indicate the presence of individuals with autism in vehicles or homes, aiding police response. This initiative enhances safety and response effectiveness during emergencies. Registration is voluntary, with an option for address flagging in the dispatch system instead of a decal display.
About Us
We provide basic police services throughout the unincorporated area of Miami-Dade County, Miami Lakes, Palmetto Bay and Cutler Bay. Our decentralized police patrol in eight districts.
Our specialized patrol teams include the airport, seaport, marine, motorcycle, bomb disposal and SWAT. Our crime investigators work with other law enforcement agencies, from local cities to the Department of Homeland Security.
Integrity
Integrity is the hallmark of the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office and we are committed to the highest performance standards, ethical conduct and truthfulness in all relationships. We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and take pride in a professional level of service and fairness to all.
Respect
We treat all persons in a dignified and courteous manner, and exhibit understanding of ethnic and cultural diversity, both in our professional and personal endeavors.
Service
We provide quality service in a courteous, efficient and accessible manner. We foster community and employee involvement through problem-solving partnerships.
Fairness
We treat all people impartially, with consideration and compassion. We are equally responsive to our employees and the community we serve.
Vision Statement
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office vision is to be the model law enforcement organization in the nation by blending strategic planning with community concerns.
