Sheriff’s Offices

Citrus County Sheriff’s Office
1 Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue
Inverness, FL 34450
352-726-1121 • sheriffcitrus.org

Hernando County Sheriff’s Office
18900 Cortez Blvd.
Brooksville, FL 34601
352-754-6830 • hernandosheriff.org

Lake County Sheriff’s Office
360 West Ruby Street
Tavares, FL 32778
352-726-1121 • lcso.org

Marion County Sheriff’s Office
692 Northwest 30th Ave
Ocala, FL 34475
352-732-8181 • marionso.com

Sumter County Sheriff’s Office
1010 North Main Street
Bushnell, FL 33513
352-793-0222 • sumtercountysheriff.org

You Are Not Alone

If you suspect child abuse or neglect—or are a young person suffering from maltreatment—it can take a great deal of courage to come forward. But know that there are people to help you, no matter what the situation.

If You Are Abused

Please tell someone! You do not deserve to be abused or neglected, and it’s not your fault.

If you think you are in immediate danger, please call 911—from the safety of a friend or neighbor’s home if possible.

Otherwise, you can call the state’s Abuse Hotline at 1-800-96-ABUSE (1-800-962-2873), contact your local sheriff’s office or speak to a guidance counselor or a resource officer at school.

If You Suspect Abuse

Do not let your fears go unreported. Taking action now could save a child’s life. You can easily alert the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) by submitting a report online.

A thorough investigation will then be completed. If you do not have complete information (e.g., the child’s address), would like to remain anonymous or desire to speak to a representative, you can call DCF’s Abuse Hotline at 1-800-96-ABUSE (1-800-962-2873). You can also contact your local sheriff’s office for assistance.

In an emergency situation, always call 911 first, then dial the Abuse Hotline to report the incident with DCF.

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