Sheriff Jeff Dawsy Campaign:  

Sheriff Jeff is from Wantagh, New York. Sheriff Jeff's schools include Crystal River High School. Sheriff Jeff works(ed) at Citrus County Sheriff's Office. More about Sheriff Jeff:"I was born in Long Island, NY, but have lived all my adult life in Citrus County. I graduated from Crystal River High School and earned a BA degree in Criminal Justice from St. Leo College and an MBA from NOVA University. I began my law enforcement career in 1978 as a deputy sheriff and achieved the rank of Captain before being elected Citrus County Sheriff in 1996. I am married to Gail Hilliard Dawsy and have three children and one grandchild. Gail and I reside in Beverly Hills where I am active in many youth programs and civic organizations. I have received many honors since becoming your sheriff, but most recently I was awarded the National “Law Enforcement Officer of the Year” and Florida’s “Law Enforcement Officer of the Year” by the 40 & 8 Club in 2011. I have received the FDLE Commissioner’s Award, the Law Enforcement Commendation Medal, the Outstanding Service for Law Enforcemen...Expand for more