The Alachua County Sheriff's Office recognizes that the responsibility for making your home and family safe from crime extends beyond routine Sheriff's Office patrol .
Residential burglary is a major crime that can be effectively combated with neighborhood awareness.
It is difficult for the law enforcement to effectively cover all residential areas. It is also difficult for law enforcement to completely familiarize themselves with all the persons, vehicles and surroundings in a area. Concerned citizens can become the eyes and ears of their Sheriff's Office, by immediately reporting suspicious persons, vehicles, and activities. The duties of the citizen does not include apprehension of any suspects. Apprehension is still the responsibility of law enforcement.