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Police Services

Overview

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NON-EMERGENCIES call (305) SHERIFF (305-743-7433)

police services (miami-dade sheriff’s office)

The Town of Miami Lakes contracts with the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) to provide comprehensive law enforcement services to the community. Through this partnership, residents receive professional, responsive, and community-focused policing that supports the Town’s commitment to public safety and quality of life.

As of January 2025, Miami-Dade County transitioned from the Miami-Dade Police Department to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, now led by an independently elected Sheriff. While the structure of the agency has evolved, the level of service, personnel, and dedication to the Miami Lakes community remain consistent.

police services in miami lakes

Law enforcement services in Miami Lakes are delivered by deputies assigned through the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office under a contractual agreement with the Town. These services are tailored to meet the needs of the community and include:

  • Uniform patrol services
  • Traffic enforcement and crash investigations
  • Criminal investigations
  • Community policing and neighborhood engagement
  • School safety and youth outreach
  • Special event support and traffic control

community-focused policing

The Town of Miami Lakes places a strong emphasis on community-oriented policing. Deputies actively engage with residents, businesses, schools, and community groups to build relationships, foster trust, and address concerns collaboratively.

Through regular patrols, participation in community events, and ongoing outreach efforts, the Sheriff’s Office presence in Miami Lakes remains both visible and approachable.

commitment to public safety

The Town of Miami Lakes remains committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all residents, businesses, and visitors. Through its partnership with the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, the Town continues to prioritize visibility, responsiveness, and community trust in all aspects of public safety.

about the miami-dade sheriff’s office transition

In 2024, Miami-Dade County voters elected the County’s first Sheriff in over 60 years, restoring the Office of the Sheriff as a constitutional office. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office now oversees countywide law enforcement services, including those provided to municipalities such as Miami Lakes.

This transition enhances accountability by making the Sheriff directly elected by voters, while maintaining continuity in service delivery. Residents should not experience disruptions in service, though agency branding and terminology may continue to evolve.

Mission Statement
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office protects and serves Miami-Dade County with honor, integrity, and professionalism, partnering with the community to ensure law and order, safety, and trust through fair and transparent efforts.

Vision Statement
Our vision is to set the highest standard as a Sheriff’s Office, which the community proudly supports with mutually entrusted goals.

TABLE OF ORGANIZATION
Major Jose Gonzalez, Town Commander
Lieutenant Eddy Ulloa, Town Executive Officer
UNIFORM PATROL SERVICES
Sergeant Rolando Rivera Jr.
Sergeant Yovani Gonzalez
Sergeant Christopher McKie
NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCES UNIT
Sergeant George Soto
GENERAL INVESTIGATIONS UNIT
Sergeant Dustin James

Services

Citizen Crime Watch

Citizens’ Crime Watch is a nonprofit county-wide crime prevention program funded by the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners, grants and donations. When neighborhood watch is fully operative, you and your neighbors become the “Eyes and Ears” of your local police department, alerting the police at the first hint of suspicious activity.

If you are interested in starting a crime watch program in your neighborhood please contact Deputy Robin Amador at 305-827-4020.

Citizen’s Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County

Criminal History Report

A valid Florida Driver License or Identification Card to establish your residency in the town is required before services can be rendered. If your address does not fall within the town boundaries then you will be required to report to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Northwest District Station located at 5975 E Miami Lakes Drive or you can call them at 305-698-1500 for an appointment.

As a town resident we provide criminal history checks free of charge. You can come in person without an appointment or call in advance at 305-827-4020.

Criminal history checks with clearance letters can be obtained without an appointment. If the clearance letter is for Immigration purposes, please contact our Central Records Bureau located at 9105 NW 25th Street or call them at 305-471-2085 for more information.

Fingerprinting

A valid Florida Driver License or Identification Card to establish your residency in the town is required before services can be rendered. If your address does not fall within the town boundaries then you will be required to report to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Northwest District Station located at 5975 E Miami Lakes Drive or you can call them at 305-698-1500 for an appointment.

As a town resident we provide fingerprinting services free of charge. You can come in person without an appointment or call in advance at 305-827-4020.

For fingerprinting services make sure you bring your own fingerprint card. We do not provide fingerprinting cards. These fingerprinting cards can be obtained from the individual or company that requests your prints.

Off-Duty Officer Assignments

TEL: (305) 827 4020

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office offers Off-Duty assignments where deputies can work at your business or residence based on set criteria.

There is a hourly fee with a 3 hour minimum.

Police Report (Request Copy)

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office can provide you with a copy of an incident report by calling 305-827-4020 or visiting us in person. Please have your case number ready or we will try to locate it in our system if you cannot find it. Reports can be picked up from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Our Central Records Bureau processes and scans reports into the system. The following is the time frame for reports and their availability:

Offense/Incident Report – 7-10 business days

Traffic Crash Reports – 15 business days

Watch Order

The Watch Order assists our residents when they will be away for an extended period of time, and wish to have an officer check on their residence or business periodically until they return.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office will periodically visit your location, but you must take precautions to ensure that your windows and doors are locked and alarms are activated.

Please visit us in person or call 305-827-4020 for more information about submitting a Watch Order request.

Department Contact Major Jose Gonzalez

6601 Main Street
Miami Lakes, FL 33014

O: (305) 827-4020

For EMERGENCIES DIAL 911

For NON-EMERGENCIES call  (305) SHERIFF (305-743-7433)

Department Hours:

M-F: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm