ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A group of new Orange County Sheriff’s Office deputies is ready to protect and serve the community.
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A total of 14 students graduated from the Valencia College Basic Law Enforcement Program Thursday.
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The recruits took their oath of office at the First Baptist Orlando and were sworn in by Orange County Sheriff John Mina.
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They completed 20 weeks of training with over 800 hours of lessons, physical tests and practical exams.
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