Rosie Cordero-Stutz vows to crack down on Homeowners Association corruption if elected as sheriff

MIAMI - Miami-Dade Republican sheriff candidate Rosie Cordero-Stutz announced Wednesday one of her first duties if elected as the next sheriff of the county will be to crack down on corruption, including within the Homeowners Assocation.

"One of my top priorities as Sheriff will be cracking down on corruption, with a special focus on HOAs. It’s time to protect our residents from those who abuse their power," Cordero-Stutz said. "With unyielding determination, our Sheriff’s Office will establish stringent oversight mechanisms, transparent processes, and a zero-tolerance policy against public corruption of all types that erode the public trust."

Along with combatting corruption, Cordero-Stutz has vowed to crack down on illegal immigration if elected as sheriff. Cordero-Stutz also stressed the importance of building relationships with community leaders, including with Miami-Dade County Democratic Mayor Daniella Levine Cava.

Miami-Dade has had an appointed "police director" since 1966. In 2018, Florida voters restored the elected sheriff position after passing Amendment 10.

Cordero-Stutz is a 28-year veteran of the Miami-Dade Police Department. Over the years, she moved up in rank and currently works as Assistant Director of Investigative Services for the department.

Her pedigree and positions on issues have also been endorsed by many state and federal leaders, including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump.

Running against Democrat James Reyes, the Miami-Dade Sheriff election is scheduled for Nov. 5.