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DCSO Officially Launches Traffic Safety Unit

April 7, 2023 DCSO OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES TRAFFIC SAFETY UNIT We are taking action on your concerns regarding the increase in traffic related incidents across the county. Sheriff Potter is proud to announce we have officially launched our Traffic Safety Unit! The primary function of the Traffic... Read More.

Drowsy Driver Awareness Day

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office is recognizing #DrowsyDriverAwarenessDay by encouraging you to raise awareness of the harmful impacts of sleep deprivation. The best way to offset drowsiness while driving is to STOP at the slightest hint of drowsiness. Pull over at an exit on long road... Read More.

Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Charges

Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Charges April 4, 2023 As the first president to face criminal charges while in office, Donald Trump's arraignment before a federal judge brought with it controversy and a wave of conservative backlash. Trump entered a plea of not guilty to... Read More.

FBI Makes Arrest On Child Porn Charges In Charlotte County

FBI SEARCH WARRANT ON EASY ST, CHILD PORN ARREST The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office including our Major Crimes Unit, Intelligence Unit, and Road Patrol deputies, assisted the FBI Task Force with a search warrant at 3322 Easy Street early Tuesday morning. After receiving an online tip,... Read More.
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Help Shape the Future of DeSoto County

DeSoto County is more than just a location on a map. It is a prideful community filled with history and culture, as stated by Sondra Guffey, the Economic Development and Tourism Director. As the community continues to evolve and grow, preserving the hometown feel... Read More.

License-Free Fresh Water Fishing This Weekend!

It’s time to cast a line!  Get ready for license-free freshwater fishing this weekend, April 1-2! Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to fishing, this is the perfect opportunity for you, your friends and family to cast a line without needing to purchase a... Read More.

FEMA Sheltering In Home for Recovery Continuation Program.

Was your home damaged by Hurricane Ian? Do you live in DeSoto County? If you answered YES to both questions, you may be eligible for the Sheltering in Home for Recovery Continuation program. SHRC helps homeowners with minor repairs, so they can live in their home while... Read More.
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DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Cracks Down On Gangs

GANG MEMBER CRACKDOWN, THE SEARCH CONTINUES On March 30, 2023, DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search warrant at 2649 SE Cedarwood Court in reference to 2 suspects involved in an incident of aggravated assault with a firearm from a citizen in DeSoto County. Through... Read More.

Citizens Insurance Seeks Rate Hikes For Florida Homeowners

Citizens Insurance Seeks Rate Hikes For Florida Homeowners Citizens Property Insurance Corp., a state-backed insurance company, has proposed a 14.2% increase in average rates this year in an effort to shift policies into the private insurance market. The proposal still requires approval from the Office... Read More.