Sergeant Shantell Mitchell has been with the Miami Beach Police Department for 17 years.

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Safety Tip:

“The police are here to make sure you have a safe vacation – drink responsibly, follow our local laws and regulations and say hi when you see us.”

Favorite Things to do in Miami Beach:

Enjoy the beach (but check out our signage to see what is not allowed to come with you).

Take in our architecture – we are globally known for our Art Deco architecture all throughout Miami Beach.

Have a drink with friends, but know your limits. Nobody wants to regret a decision they made because they had too much to drink.

Enjoy the music, but know that not everyone wants to hear it – keep the volume at a level you can still speak over.

Choose a different kind of experience – we have amazing restaurants, museums, spas, and parks.