As of August 27, 2010, the Sheriff's
Office took over management of the
Hernando County Jail. The new phone
number to contact the jail is 352-544-2334. Click
here for more
information about the facility and answers
to frequently asked questions.
About Hernando County Sheriff's Office
Highlights
Hernando County is located on the West coast of Central Florida. The Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement services to a population of approximately 173,000. This is an increase of nearly 330% since 1980, and Hernando continues to be regarded as one of the fastest
growing counties in the United States.
This decade will bring new challenges to our county, but the commitment of the Hernando County Sheriff's Office will not change. We will continue to provide our community with professional, efficient law enforcement through well-trained employees, technology, crime prevention and a proactive approach to public safety.
One of the quality of life indicators for a community is the caliber of its law enforcement. In June 2000, the Sheriff's Office received full accreditation from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation. We are proud of this significant accomplishment, and will work hard to make sure your Sheriff's Office continues to rank among the finest in the state, and to assure a sense of well-being and safety for our citizens.
Sheriff Richard Nugent began his law enforcement career in 1972 in the state of Illinois. He joined the Hernando County Sheriff's Office after moving to Florida in 1984. He was elected Sheriff in November, 2000, and began his first term January, 2001. Prior to his election, Sheriff Nugent gained command experience in all areas of the Sheriff's Office, serving most recently as Operations Bureau Commander. Sheriff Nugent holds a Master's
Degree in Public Administration from Troy State University and is a 1991 graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA.
Most Wanted
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Hudson, Anthony Paul
DOB: 5/20/1948
Wanted For:
Sexual Batter upon person less than 12, Lewd & Lascivious assault upon a child uder the age of 16 (times 2)
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Sheriff Richard Nugent began his law enforcement career in 1972 in the state of Illinois. He joined the Hernando County Sheriff's Office after moving to Florida in 1984. He was elected Sheriff in November, 2000, and began his first term January, 2001. Prior to his election, Sheriff Nugent gained command experience in all areas of the Sheriff's Office, serving most recently as Operations Bureau Commander. Sheriff Nugent holds a Master's
Degree in Public Administration from Troy State University and is a 1991 graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA.
