July 10, 2020 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, Fla—An information line is now available for families who’s loved ones are currently incarcerated at the Walton County Jail. The information line is for general questions regarding the current state of the jail following the… Read More
July 8, 2020 WALTON COUNTY, Fla— Results have returned for inmates tested for COVID-19 at the Walton County Jail. Today, jail administrators received the first round of test results for 58 inmates. Those results revealed 38 positive cases and 20… Read More
July 2, 2020 WALTON COUNTY, Fla— Daily medical rounds at the Walton County Jail reveal fevers among several inmates. Now, jail staff is taking additional precautions to identify any possible cases of COVID-19. Thursday a male inmate was identified as… Read More
In the spirit of transparency and our commitment to providing the residents and visitors of Walton County with the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding our community, the Walton County Sheriff’s agreed to assist Florida Department of Health (DOH) – Walton in… Read More
Walton County, Fla— Money previously seized during criminal activity is now being used to provide safety equipment to the citizens of Walton County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Walton County Sheriff’s Office has purchased approximately 3,000 face masks from Professional Products… Read More
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a statewide stay-at-home order to curb the rate of infection in his state during the global coronavirus pandemic. The order will go into effect at 12:01 am Friday, April 3rd and last for at least 30 days. Read Executive Order… Read More
WALTON COUNTY, Fla— As of Monday, March 23, 2020, Walton County Sheriff’s Office has seven employees who are self-isolating; five of whom may have been exposed while on duty; one has been tested, two did not meet criteria for testing,… Read More
March 19, 2020 WALTON COUNTY, Fla— A vote early Thursday morning has closed beaches to the general public in Walton County. At their scheduled emergency meeting Walton County Board of County Commissioners passed an emergency ordinance to close all Walton… Read More
We are in unprecedented times. While continuing to serve the residents and visitors of our county, Walton County Sheriff’s Office has heard your concerns and we are listening. In the spirit of transparency and our commitment to maintaining a currency… Read More
