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Sheriff Gregory Tony. {BSO}

A Message from Sheriff Gregory Tony:

From my first day as sheriff, I made a promise the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) would keep Broward County safe while operating at the highest professional standards. That commitment led me to establish the Office of Inspector General (OIG) in 2021, embedding accountability and transparency into every aspect of BSO’s work. Upholding these high standards strengthens our organization, reinforces our integrity and makes our communities safer.

Through independent organizational oversight, the OIG strengthens our services through three divisions: Internal Affairs and Public Corruption, Policy and Accountability and Internal Audit. Staffed by both sworn and civilian professionals, these divisions work every day to ensure BSO operations are ethical, efficient and fiscally responsible.

The Division of Internal Affairs and Public Corruption investigates allegations of misconduct, including use of force and firearms discharge incidents, thoroughly and objectively. These investigations assess whether actions are consistent with BSO standards, ensuring personnel serve the public with integrity and professionalism. By conducting comprehensive, evidence-based reviews, the OIG identifies patterns of misconduct, recommends policy improvements and holds employees accountable when standards are not met. This oversight enhances operational effectiveness, reduces risk and ensures public safety operations are conducted efficiently, ethically and in a manner the community can rely on.

The Division of Policy and Accountability (DPA) establishes and maintains clear operational standards across BSO. Its Policy Unit routinely reviews and updates policies to align with state and federal laws, accreditation standards and community expectations, providing employees with clear guidance to perform their duties safely and professionally. Within the DPA, the Research Unit applies data-driven analysis to identify trends, enhance operations and guide resources where they will have the greatest impact on community safety.

Additional units within the DPA further support responsible operations and public confidence. The Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Compliance Unit ensures personnel are properly trained to use systems that contain sensitive information responsibly. While these systems provide deputies with real-time data to identify threats and protect the public, strict compliance requirements ensure that information is accessed, shared and safeguarded appropriately.

The Division of Internal Audit provides an additional layer of oversight. The division is responsible for conducting financial, operational and performance audits across the organization. Detailed reports with actionable findings and recommendations optimizes resource allocation while protecting taxpayer dollars.

The OIG plays a vital role in upholding integrity, accountability and transparency at BSO. Through oversight and collaboration, these divisions guide policy, support sound decision making and protect public resources, delivering reliable and trusted service to the residents and visitors of Broward County.

Visit sheriff.org to learn more about BSO’s Office of Inspector General, review the OIG Annual Report or discover opportunities to join our team.

Sheriff Dr. Gregory Tony

Service Equals Reward

Certain Broward cities like Coconut Creek, Hallandale Beach, Pembroke Pines, Sunrise, Plantation, Davie, Margate, Miramar, Lauderhill, Lighthouse Point, and Coral Springs maintain their police departments; however, BSO does provide communications and dispatch services to the following cities: Central Broward, Cooper City, Dania Beach, Deerfield Beach, Ft Lauderdale-Hollywood Int’l Airport, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Lauderdale Lakes, North Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Parkland, West Park, Pompano Beach, Port Everglades, Tamarac, Weston, and unincorporated West Broward.