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Our Mission

The mission of the Mascotte Police Department is to protect life and property through proactive, professional policing, while building meaningful partnerships with our community to enhance safety, trust, and quality of life.

About Us

The Mascotte Police Department was established in 1925 and has been dedicated to serving the community with a professional law enforcement team. We strive to enhance the quality of life in the City of Mascotte by working directly with the community and enforcing the laws of the U.S. Constitution and Florida State Statutes, preserving the peace of this lovely city, and reducing fear and crime to ultimately establish a safe environment for all.

Accreditation

The Mascotte Police Department proudly achieved full accreditation status through the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) on October 23, 2025.

While the initial accreditation process can often take up to three years, the Mascotte Police Department entered the program already operating under many of the best practices and professional standards required by CFA. Because of this strong foundation, when the department officially initiated its accreditation contract on October 31, 2024, the process advanced rapidly. Within less than a year, the department successfully completed both its mock assessment and on-site assessment, earning accreditation status following what was described by a commissioner as “flawless.”

This achievement reflects the department’s dedication to professionalism, accountability, and community trust, as well as its commitment to continuous improvement in every aspect of law enforcement service.

Mascotte Police Department Patches Since 1958

Mascotte Police Department Patches Through the Years

Significance of Accreditation

Accreditation is a voluntary and rigorous process that serves as a blueprint for best practices in law enforcement. It ensures that policies, procedures, and operations meet or exceed recognized state and national standards.

Out of approximately 310 local, state, and university law enforcement agencies across Florida, only 165 are accredited. The Mascotte Police Department is honored to stand among this distinguished group of agencies recognized for their excellence and adherence to professional standards. Furthermore, only 49 of Florida’s 67 counties have accredited law enforcement agencies, underscoring the significance of this achievement for both our organization and the community we serve.

Benefits of Accreditation

  • Enhanced Public Trust: Independent verification of professional standards strengthens transparency and reinforces community confidence.

  • Operational Excellence: Adoption of proven policies and procedures enhances consistency, safety, and effectiveness throughout all agency functions.

  • Continuous Improvement: Regular reviews and on-site assessments promote accountability and encourage ongoing organizational growth.

  • Professional Development: Accreditation fosters leadership, pride, and continuous learning among all department members.

Commitment Moving Forward

Achieving accreditation marks not an endpoint, but a new standard to uphold. The Mascotte Police Department remains steadfast in maintaining compliance, embracing innovation, and serving the residents of Mascotte with integrity, professionalism, and distinction.

Our agency’s rapid and flawless accreditation process, recognized by commissioners during the review, stands as a testament to the dedication of our officers, staff, and leadership, and to our unwavering commitment to the community we proudly serve.

Bias-Based Policing Statement 

To reaffirm the Mascotte Police Department’s commitment to unbiased policing, to clarify the circumstances in which officers can consider race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or social/economic status when making law enforcement decisions. To reinforce procedures that assure the public that we are providing service and enforcing laws in a safe, legal, and professional manner.  

- Bias Free Policing Brochure - English

- Bias Free Policing Brochure - Spanish

Personnel & Organization

The Mascotte Police Department is comprised of 20 sworn police officers and 2 professional staff members, with additional support provided by dedicated community volunteers. Together, our team works tirelessly to provide high-quality service and maintain public safety throughout the City of Mascotte.

Our sworn officers serve in a wide range of capacities, including:

  • Patrol Operations

  • Criminal Investigations

  • Traffic Enforcement

  • Community Policing Initiatives

  • Training & Accreditation Support

  • School Resource Duties

Each member of our department—whether sworn, civilian, or volunteer—plays a vital role in fulfilling our mission and supporting our vision of a safer, stronger Mascotte.

View our current organization chart.

MPD Organization Chart - 2025


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