Kayla Hobson was born and raised in Apopka, Florida. She graduated from Apopka High School and earned her Associates of Arts in General Studies from Valencia College (Orlando.) Kayla moved to Tampa and earned her Bachelors degree at the University of South Florida (Go Bulls!). Kayla majored in Mass Communications, with a focus in Public Relations. Prior to graduating from USF, Kayla began her law enforcement career.
In 2015, Kayla was hired by a local law enforcement agency in the Tampa Bay Area. She began her career as a 911 Dispatcher and went on to become a law enforcement officer. Her primary time was spent in patrol and she also worked in proactive roles such as a CP (community policing) specialty unit. In 2021, Kayla became a Criminal Justice Instructor for Pasco County's Career and Technical Education program. Kayla has earned many certifications over the years, to include Field Training Officer and most recently, becoming a Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician. Currently, Kayla is still active as an Auxiliary Officer.
Kayla is now embarking on a journey to serve as your next Pasco County Sheriff! She believes in no nonsense law enforcement, enforcement of all laws and ordinances, upholding the Constitution, protecting victims, and supporting deputies which in turn helps law enforcement operations to be at their highest standard. Kayla is the next relatable sheriff.
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