Alachua Sheriff Joins Statewide Accreditation Leadership | Gainesville News

Gainesville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 18, 2026 · 1m

Alachua County Sheriff Chad Scott is taking on a major leadership role as vice chair of the Florida Sheriffs Association’s Accreditation Advisory Committee, a key body that sets and reviews law enforcement standards across the state. His appointment underscores North Central Florida’s growing influence in statewide policing leadership, with Marion County’s Sheriff Billy Woods as president and Putnam County’s Sheriff Gator DeLoach as secretary. The committee’s work is vital for maintaining accountability and public trust, and Sheriff Scott’s involvement signals a strong commitment to elevating…