Alachua County Sheriff's Office

Trauma Intervention and Special Services Bureau

Trauma Intervention and Special Services Bureau (TISSB) was established by Sheriff Darnell in 2007. The Bureau name was born out of the Sheriff’s vision to provide a unique service set within ACSO and to the citizenry.

Trauma is defined as any physical wound or injury; an emotional shock following a stressful event; distressing, emotionally disturbing. Trauma is understood to be an almost universal experience of crime victims and law enforcement. Traumatic experiences can include being physically attacked, being in an automobile crash, being sexually assaulted, being a victim of partner violence and being a witness to violence. The need to address trauma is increasingly recognized as essential for quality of life.

Intervention means to interfere, to come between so as to prevent or modify the result or course of events. TISSB works to lessen the burden that comes with exposure to violence and traumatic episodes and to honor the resilience of survivors and the law enforcement community.

The Bureau promotes prevention first, intervention second and service always. The Bureau is comprised of Crime Prevention, Victim Services and Community Outreach. Crime Prevention works to increase safety, reduce fear and prevent incidents of crime. Victim Services responds to victims of violent crime and family survivors in cases of violent and sudden death. Advocates also act as a liaison between the criminal justice system and the victim/survivor. Community Outreach staff act as community ambassadors by creating partnerships that will ensure service to vulnerable populations.

For more information call 367-4199 for TISSB.