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Dear Friend,
Crime dropped again in 2018 in areas served by the Polk County Sheriff's Office; it's down 5.9% from the year before, with 415 fewer crimes.
The crime rate is 1.52 crimes per every 100 people. These statistics began being tracked reliably in 1971, and right now, crime has never been lower in the county.
I'm proud of the men and women who work at the Polk County Sheriff's Office, but the truth is, we can't take all of the credit. The people we serve are a tremendous asset to us. If people don't say something when they see something, our jobs become much more difficult. So please, keep reporting crimes and suspicious incidents, and your assistance with tips, even if they're done anonymously, it helps tremendously.
Support your legislators who want to remain tough on crime. Some lawmakers want to weaken punishments and restrictions on the criminals. Our quality of life depends on our ability to lock up the ones who prey on the innocent.
Sincerely,
Grady Judd, Sheriff
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2019 Bustin' Clays is this month
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The
11th annual Bustin' Clays
with Sheriff Grady Judd is
March 16, 2019 at Tenoroc Sporting Clays in Lakeland.
Last year's event attracted over 360 shooters!
Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. with an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start.
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egistered shooters will receive breakfast, lunch, a gift bag, a raffle ticket, 50 rounds of ammo, a T-shirt and a hat. Lunch will be provided by the Texas Cattle Company!
For more information call 863-298-4990 or email contact@bustinclays.org.
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Save the Date! Judd Jog is coming.
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Make your plans now to take part in the
7th Annual Judd Jog 5K. It's a paved course right here at the
PCSO Operation Center at 1891 Jim Keene Boulevard near Winter Haven. Good fun, good cause.
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Upcoming Concealed Carry Course
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The next
PCSO Concealed Weapons Permit Course is scheduled for
Saturday, March 30, 2019, with two times from which you can choose. You can do the morning class from
8:00 a.m. to 12 Noon, or the afternoon class from
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This is the class required by the FL Dept of Agriculture as part of an application to obtain a concealed weapons permit.
YOU MUST CALL 863-298-6242, during normal business hours (Mon-Fri, 8-5) to reserve your seat. When you call, you will be given further instruction about where to go for the training.
Cost of the class is
$45; proceeds go to Polk Sheriff's Charities, Inc., and the cost is non-refundable.
Students shall not wear loose hanging clothing and shall wear close-toed shoes. Each student will be required to provide the following:
1- A modern manufacture firearm* capable of using modern ammunition.
2- 50 rounds of clean modern manufacture ammunition.
3- Modern manufacture protective eye-wear designed for a shooting environment.
4- Modern manufacture hearing protection designed for a shooting environment.
5- Adequate sun protection. (i.e. hat, long-sleeved shirt, sunscreen)
6- Adequate hydration for extended outdoor activity.
The class will start on time. Students arriving late will be asked to reschedule for a later class.
Any questions about the CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION, please call Lieutenant Marco Avila at the PCSO Training Section at 863-534-7200, during normal office hours.
NEXT CLASS - MARCH 30, 2019 -
CALL 863-298-6242 to reserve your spot!
*we will have handguns available for the hands-on portion of the course, but we prefer you bring your own if possible.
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COMBO Class: CCW & Active Assailant
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The PCSO Active Assailant Preparation Program includes the Concealed Weapons Permit class required by the FL Dept of Agriculture AND best practices on how to prepare for, prevent, or respond to an active assailant. The next class is March 16th.
This program is taught by highly trained PCSO law enforcement professionals. It provides:
The requirements directed by the Florida Department of Agriculture as part of an application to obtain a concealed weapons permit;
And an overview of active shooter incidents and best practices about how to prepare for, prevent and respond to an active assailant at your church, business, or another venue.
The "Run, Hide, Fight" training model will be covered, including tactics and strategies of what to do when law enforcement arrives. Instructors will also discuss the potential role of Florida concealed weapon license holders and the legal justification of "lethal engagement" with an active assailant.
**This class will include firearm use or training and is taught by instructors at the PCSO Burnham-McCall Training Center.
IF YOU WISH TO ATTEND THIS NEW Active Assailant Preparation Program YOU MUST CALL 863-298-6242 during normal office hours (Mon-Fri, 8-5) to reserve your spot. There are only 50 spots per class so call now before they fill up.
Cost of the class is $50; proceeds go to Polk Sheriff's Charities, Inc., and the cost is non-refundable.
The concealed weapon permit class is from 8:00 a.m. to noon, followed by a one-hour lunch break. The active assailant preparation training follows from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Once the program is completed, the student will receive a certificate of completion, to include in their permit application. Each student will also receive an application packet with instructions on how to apply, through the Florida Department of Agriculture.
CLASS REQUIREMENTS:
Students shall not wear loose hanging clothing and shall wear close-toed shoes. Each student will be required to provide the following:
1- A modern manufacture firearm capable of using modern ammunition.
2- 50 rounds of clean modern manufacture ammunition for the firearm that is brought.
3- Modern manufacture protective eye-wear designed for a shooting environment.
4- Modern manufacture hearing protection designed for a shooting environment.
5- Adequate sun protection. (i.e. hat, long-sleeved shirt, sunscreen)
6- Adequate hydration for extended outdoor activity.
Any questions about this course shall be directed to Brenda Wilkinson or Sharon Pate at 863-298-6242, during normal office hours.
Saturday, March 16, 2019
PCSO Burnham-McCall Training Center
2201 Old Bartow Eagle Lake Rd, Bartow
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (with a 1-hour lunch break)
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Free Active Assailant Training (No CCW)
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What's this?!? Another Active Assailant Preparation Program? This one is the
FREE "Surviving an active assailant" program that
is not a part of the Carrying Concealed Weapons combo sessions.
We invite you to attend this free program presented by highly trained PCSO law enforcement professionals. Learn what the best practices are and how you can make a difference.
This training is designed and appropriate for churches, businesses, or individuals, to help prepare citizens for a possible active assailant event.
All sessions are FREE and are open to the public - the next scheduled classes are:
Monday, March 25, 2019
PCSO Sheriff's Operations Center
1891 Jim Keene Blvd, Winter Haven
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This training provides an overview of active assailant incidents and best practices about how to prepare for, prevent, and respond to an active assailant/shooter at your church, business, or another venue.
The "Run, Hide, Fight" training model will be covered, including tactics and strategies of what to do when law enforcement arrives.
Deputies will also discuss the potential role of Florida concealed weapon license holders and the legal justification of "lethal engagement" with an active assailant.
If you wish to attend any of the upcoming ACTIVE ASSAILANT TRAINING sessions, please RSVP to crimeprevention@polksheriff.org, and please include the name of your church or business (if applicable - you can come on your own as well), your contact name and phone number, and if you have a group, the number of representatives expected to attend
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Self-Defense Training for Women
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Our next
FREE Women's personal safety and self-defense class is scheduled for
Thursday, March 14, 2019, starting at 6:00 p.m. at the
PCSO Sheriff's Operations Center, 1891 Jim Keene Blvd, in Winter Haven.
The class is free of charge and for ladies 13 years and older. Those under 18 will need a parent present to sign a waiver at the start of class.
Each class is approximately one hour long unless more than 30 women attend. For every additional 10-15 females, 15 minutes are add
ed to the time frame.
The class consists of lecture (approximately 15 minutes) and hands-on techniques (approximately 45 minutes). Attendees will demonstrate all of the techniques on a body opponent bag (B.O.B.) which we will supply.
NEXT CLASS:
Thursday, March 14, 2019
PCSO Sheriff's Operations Center
1891 Jim Keene Blvd, Winter Haven
6:00 pm - 7:00-ish pm
If you wish to attend, please RSVP to crimeprevention@polksheriff.org, and please include your name and phone number.
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Do you know some good people?
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Good News! Would you like to become a member of the Polk County Sheriff's Office and help make a difference in our community?
PCSO is now offering a Sign-On b
onus for new hires. Start your rewarding career today!
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New faces at PCSO ready to serve you!
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Here are the newest members of the Polk County Sheriff's Office who were hired in February. They look forward to serving you.
Front row, from left to right: Danielle Dicecio, Megan Giglio, Leah Tilley, Fabiola William, Selena Navarro, and Sheriff Grady Judd (He's not new---he's been around here for a while)
Second row, from left to right: Matthew Ervin, Samuel Quintino, Sherolon "Sherry" Thomas, Matthew King, and Duval Occean
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We still have FREE signs available
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Get your
FREE yard sign! C
ertain rules must be followed, so please check those out:
* Limit- One per household, please
* Available for homeowners and renters in Polk County
* Must comply with Polk County's sign ordinance
* The sign is classified as a "Short-Term Temporary Sign"
* It can be displayed up to 90 consecutive days (similar to a campaign sign)
* Up to twice per calendar year
* Sign permit is not required
* Minimum 10 foot setback from a roadway
* Please respect homeowner's association rules
* Please review and comply with local sign ordinance rules if you live inside a city.
* Please do not place signs adjacent to major roadways, on public rights-of-way, near intersections that might affect visibility, or placing signs in "every yard in the neighborhood."
* Make sure signs do not interfere with visibility for backing out of driveways.
To request a sign email us at crimeprevention@polksheriff.org or call us at 863-298-6677, and give us your name, address, and phone number.
We will deliver a sign to your residence.
Signs may also be picked up (one only, please-not multiple signs) at the Polk County Sheriff's Office Operations Center at 1891 Jim Keene Blvd., Winter Haven.
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Tell us about your experience with PCSO
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We want to hear about your experience with members of the Polk County Sheriff's Office...good or bad (but hopefully it was all good). We strive to give the people of Polk County the best service possible, and when we get feedback, we make sure to share it with everyone here at PCSO. Email your experience to ThankYou@polksheriff.org
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Sheriff
Grady Judd
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