What actually happens during an internal investigation? Why isn’t it as simple as “firing a bad officer”? And how safe is Jacksonville, really?

In the very first episode of Inside JSO, Sheriff T.K. Waters and members of his team sit down to tackle the questions we know are on your mind.

This podcast is our direct line to you, the people we serve. No issue is off the table, so long as we can legally discuss it. Tell us what topics you want to see in future episodes in the comment below.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

1:00 Recap of Our Town Hall Meetings

3:30 Internal Investigations

5:16 The Difference Between A JSO Investigation and A State Attorney’s Office Investigation

7:16 Why do investigations take so long?

12:05 Arresting JSO Officers

15:50 Firing JSO Officers

24:44 Positives We’re seeing in Jacksonville

28:25 Taking Down Motorcycle Takeovers

32:34 Responsive Leadership and Listening to the Public

36:00 Our Relationship with the Media

42:02 Getting Involved in the Legal System

44:32 Addressing Our Open Investigations (February 2025 Traffic Stop, Jail Death Investigation)

51:53 Conclusion

Inside JSO is the official podcast of the Jacksonville (FL) Sheriff’s Office. Too often, stories about law enforcement and our agency are told from the outside looking in. Now, we’re opening the doors and giving you a seat at the table. From major investigations to community engagement, from public safety tips and addressing the concerns you have directly, you’ll hear it all directly from your JSO. We believe in full transparency and accountability because we are YOUR law enforcement agency, and we have nothing to hide.