As state law enforcement officers, the mission of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Capitol Police is to serve the safety and security needs of both the legislative and executive branches of state government. Capitol Police serve as a specially trained and highly effective security and law enforcement agency serving the Capitol Complex and Capitol Circle Office Center (CCOC). It shall be the primary responsibility of the Capitol Police to protect the security of the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the members of the Cabinet, and the members of the Senate and of the House of Representatives, and those employees assigned to assist such state officials in the performance of their official duties.

The safety and security of the employees of the Capitol Complex and the Capital Circle Office Center is our priority.

To learn more about the history of the Capitol Police, please visit our History section.

About the Colonel

Derrick Rahming was named colonel of Capitol Police in December 2025.

With more than two decades of diversified law enforcement experience and distinguished military service, Colonel Rahming brings proven leadership and a strong commitment to public safety to this role.

Since joining FDLE in 2024, Colonel Rahming has overseen key operational divisions and provided steady leadership during major incidents. His background includes extensive service with the Florida Highway Patrol, as well as the Florida Army National Guard, where he demonstrated dedication to protecting communities and supporting fellow law enforcement officers.