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How to Contact the Holmes County Sheriff's Office for Media Inquiries

This document provides contact information for media outlets wishing to reach the Holmes County Sheriff's Office and outlines the public nature of email communications under Florida law.

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Why It Matters

Residents and media members are informed that written communications with the Sheriff's Office are generally considered public records subject to disclosure under Florida law.

Key Facts

  • Media inquiries should be directed to the main line at 850-547-4421 or via email at hcso-info@holmesso.org.
  • Lauren Morris serves as the Human Resource Director and Public Information Officer.
  • Under Florida's Public Records Law, most written communications regarding official business are public records available upon request.
  • Email communications sent to the office may be subject to public disclosure.
  • Individuals seeking to protect their email address from public release are advised to make requests by telephone or in writing.
  • The office is located at 1173 E Highway 90, Bonifay, Florida 32425.
  • Emergency services are accessed by dialing 911.
  • Non-emergency law enforcement services are available by calling 850-547-3681, option 1.
  • The Holmes County Jail can be reached via 850-547-3681, option 2.
  • The Sheriff's Office administrative line is 850-547-3681, option 3.

Who's Mentioned

other850-547-4421“Main line for media inquiries.”location1173 E HIGHWAY 90, BONIFAY, FLORIDA 32425“Physical address of the Sheriff's Office.”other850-547-3681“General office phone number.”personLauren Morris“Human Resource Director and Public Information Officer.”organizationHolmes County Sheriff's Office“The primary law enforcement agency for Holmes County, Florida.”