The Department of Police and Public Safety is responsible for law enforcement, security, disaster planning, and emergency response at the University of North Florida and is located in Building 41, on UNF Drive, across the street from the Information Booth.

The law enforcement officers of the Department of Police and Public Safety receive their enforcement authority via the provisions of Florida Statute 1012.67. All University police officers are certified by the State of Florida after completion of Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training for law enforcement officers.

Police officers at UNF have full law enforcement authority including arrest powers on all property owned or controlled by the University.

The University Police have an excellent working relationship with all local law enforcement agencies which assures the delivery of professional police services. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and other state and federal agencies are available to assist upon request. Communication and coordination with all area law enforcement are maintained on a 24 hour basis via the Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) computer networks.

The Department assists the public by providing information, first aid, vehicle assistance, and all other appropriate requests for assistance.