The Broward Sheriff’s Office says over 1,262 deputies patrol communities daily across Broward County, Florida as part of a wide-reaching law enforcement strategy that spans cities, schools, and critical infrastructure.
According to a December statement from BSO’s Department of Law Enforcement (DLE), deputies responded to more than 702,000 calls for service each year in its patrol jurisdictions — roughly 702,000 interventions ranging from disputes to emergencies, traffic incidents, and public safety threats. The agency also confirms DLE oversight across unincorporated areas and county assets including local courthouses, airport and port regions, parts of the Everglades and waterways.
The DLE’s approach blends crime prevention with direct public engagement. Through the While You Were Sleeping neighborhood patrol initiative, deputies flag low-level security risks such as open garages or unsecured vehicles and leave notices with quick safety advice to reduce chance-based crimes. Similarly, the agency’s Vacation Home Watch service provides daily checks for residents traveling out of town…