Fla. Stat. 30.078
Continuation of appointment after a change in sheriff


When a newly elected or appointed sheriff assumes office, the incoming sheriff may not terminate the employment of any deputy sheriff covered by ss. 30.071-30.079 for lawful off-duty political activity or for a discriminatory reason. The incoming sheriff may replace deputy sheriffs assigned to managerial, confidential, or policymaking positions or part-time deputy sheriffs.

Source: Section 30.078 — Continuation of appointment after a change in sheriff, https://www.­flsenate.­gov/Laws/Statutes/2024/0030.­078 (accessed Aug. 7, 2025).

Current through Fall 2025

§ 30.078. Continuation of appointment after a change in sheriff's source at flsenate​.gov