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DeSoto County Sheriff's Office Detention Bureau Leadership

This document provides professional biographies for Lieutenant Michael Wemheuer and Lieutenant Jason Vega, who serve in the Detention Bureau of the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office.

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Why It Matters

Residents can identify the leadership personnel responsible for the management and operations of the local jail facility.

Key Facts

  • Lieutenant Michael Wemheuer was appointed to his current rank in December 2025.
  • Lieutenant Jason Vega was promoted to his current rank in April 2026.
  • Both lieutenants are based at the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office at 208 East Cypress Street, Arcadia, Florida.
  • Lieutenant Wemheuer began his career in 2016 and joined the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office in 2019.
  • Lieutenant Vega joined the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office in 2018.
  • Both officers hold certifications as Florida Model Jail Standards Inspectors.
  • Both officers have completed the FBI-LEEDA Supervisory Leadership Institute.

Who's Mentioned

personJason Vega“Lieutenant in the Detention Bureau”location208 East Cypress Street, Arcadia, Florida 34266“Office address”other863-993-4700“Contact phone number”organizationDeSoto County Sheriff's Office“Local law enforcement agency”personMichael Wemheuer“Lieutenant in the Detention Bureau”