The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is the primary law enforcement agency for Hillsborough County, Florida, serving a large population that includes the city of Tampa and surrounding communities. It is responsible for maintaining public safety in unincorporated areas of the county and providing a wide range of services such as patrol operations, criminal investigations, detention (jail) management, and court security. The agency also handles specialized units like K-9 teams, aviation, marine patrol, and SWAT.