It's Illegal to Block or Cover a License Plate

A new law took effect on Oct. 1, 2025: It’s now illegal in Florida to block or cover your license plate. That includes tinted covers, plastic shields, decorative frames or anything that makes your tag hard to read.

Chat with the Chief Podcast

We’re pleased to announce the return of the Sarasota Police Department’s podcast, Chat with the Chief.

E-Motor Bicycle vs. E-Bicycle: Know the Difference

Is an electronic bike on your loved one’s holiday wish list? Before you click buy, take a moment to look closely at what you’re getting. Many devices marketed to look like electric bikes but are actually electric motor bicycles (e-motors), machines that resemble bicycles but pack far more power.