Seminole County Sheriff’s Office, FL Phone Number, Address & Locations

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Seminole County, Florida · Sheriff, jail, public records & resident services · Reviewed September 27, 2026

Seminole County Sheriff Office, FL: Phone, Jail & Records

The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office does not put every service behind one counter. Current inmate information comes from the John E. Polk Correctional Facility, Sheriff reports go through the Records Section, civil papers go to the Civil Section, and neighborhood policing is divided among regional offices in Oviedo, Lake Mary and Altamonte Springs.

If you need help quickly, start with the task—not just the main phone number. This guide routes you to the correct official Seminole County service for jail custody, bonds, visits, records, civil process, fingerprinting, online reports, active calls and community programs.

Official Seminole County Sheriff website Official jail & inmate services Public records information
Independent-site notice: CountySheriffsOffice.org is a private informational website. It is not operated by the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office, John E. Polk Correctional Facility, Seminole County Clerk of Court, Florida Department of Law Enforcement or another government agency.
Emergency: call 911 for an immediate threat to life, a crime in progress or suspicious activity that requires an immediate law-enforcement response. The Sheriff’s current telephone directory lists 407-665-6650 for non-emergency assistance.
Quick answer

Which Seminole County Sheriff Service Should You Use?

The main office can route general questions, but several common tasks have their own phone numbers, locations or official portals.

Seminole County Sheriff service routing
If you need…
Start here
Current contact
Prepare first
Emergency response
911
Call 911
Exact location and immediate danger
Non-emergency Sheriff assistance
SCSO non-emergency
407-665-6650
Location and a clear description of what happened
Current inmate / jail question
John E. Polk Correctional Facility
407-665-1200
Full legal name and date of birth if known
Sheriff report or public record
Records Section
407-665-6690
Case number, date, location and exact record type
Civil summons, writ or levy
Civil Section
407-665-6640
Original/certified process, service copies and fee
Fingerprinting
SCSO appointment calendar
407-665-6621
ID, required paperwork and ORI when applicable
SCSO Main Office 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773 · 407-665-6650
John E. Polk Correctional Facility 211 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773 · 407-665-1200
Records Section 407-665-6690 · Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Civil Section 91 Eslinger Way, Sanford · 407-665-6640
Agency overview

Seminole County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Dennis M. Lemma

The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office was established when Seminole County separated from Orange County in 1913. Its duties include law enforcement, court-related responsibilities, service of legal process and operation of the county correctional facility.

Dennis M. Lemma is the current Seminole County Sheriff. The Sheriff’s official biography states that he was sworn in as the county’s 10th Sheriff in 2017 and was reelected in 2020 and 2024.

SCSO’s current public information describes a workforce of more than 1,400 employees. Operations include law enforcement, Corrections, Court Services, domestic-security functions, probation, juvenile services and community programs.

After opening the official Sheriff Dennis Lemma biography:
  1. Confirm the current Sheriff.
  2. Review the Sheriff’s official career history.
  3. Return to the SCSO navigation for operational services rather than using the biography page for record requests.
Regional and detention locations

Seminole County Sheriff Office Locations

Seminole County Sheriff office locations
Office
Address
Phone
Best use
Main Office
100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
407-665-6650
General SCSO services, Records, administration and fingerprinting appointments
East Region
1225 East Broadway, Oviedo, FL 32765
407-665-1750
Oviedo, Geneva, Casselberry and Winter Springs-area neighborhood policing
South Region
120 W Pineview St, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
407-665-1705
Altamonte Springs-area neighborhood policing
North Region
805 Primera Blvd, Lake Mary, FL 32746
407-665-1450
Sanford, Longwood and Lake Mary-area neighborhood policing
John E. Polk Correctional Facility
211 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
407-665-1200
Current inmates, visitation, bonds, inmate accounts and detention services
Civil Section
91 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
407-665-6640
Service of process, writs, levies and certified process-server matters
After opening the official SCSO Office Locations page:
  1. Match your city or service to the appropriate office.
  2. Save the office phone number before travelling.
  3. Use the correctional facility—not the Main Office—for live inmate questions.
  4. Use the Civil Section address for civil process.
Non-emergency reporting

When You Can Use the Seminole County Sheriff Online Reporting System

SCSO provides an online citizen-reporting system, but it is not intended for every incident.

The official page asks users to confirm that:

  • the situation is not an emergency;
  • the incident occurred within Seminole County Sheriff’s Office jurisdiction;
  • there are no known suspects; and
  • the incident did not occur on a state highway.

The online system also provides routes for House Watch and traffic complaints.

After opening the SCSO Online Reporting page:
  1. Read the eligibility questions first.
  2. If any answer disqualifies the online route, follow the alternate contact instructions.
  3. Select the incident type.
  4. Complete the report accurately.
  5. Save the case number generated after submission.
  6. Print or save the report copy for your records.
Do not submit an emergency through a website form. SCSO states that its online forms and general contact channels are not monitored as emergency dispatch systems.
Current Seminole County custody

Search Current Inmates at John E. Polk Correctional Facility

The John E. Polk Correctional Facility is Seminole County’s adult county jail. SCSO says the facility houses pretrial misdemeanor and felony inmates, sentenced misdemeanor inmates, convicted felony inmates awaiting state transfer and some federal detainees.

The facility has a design capacity of 1,396 inmates and SCSO says it typically processes more than 20,000 bookings each year.

Open the official correctional-facility portal. Use the Sheriff’s inmate-search route rather than a paid people-search website.
Search by name or date of birth. SCSO’s public information says those identifiers can be used to locate current inmate information.
Verify the correct person. Compare the booking number, booking date and other identifying information.
Save the booking number. You will need it for several jail-related services.
Review bond and custody information. Do not assume a visible bond guarantees immediate release.
Check the court record separately. Booking information is not the final court disposition.
After opening the official John E. Polk Correctional Facility portal:
  1. Select “Search for Current Inmates.”
  2. Search the inmate by name or available identifying information.
  3. Open the correct record.
  4. Write down the booking number.
  5. Review current bond and release information.
  6. Use the separate Clerk link for court case status.
Recent booking tip: SCSO publishes a weekday daily booking report, generally uploaded at about 8:00 a.m. Monday’s report includes booking information from the weekend. A very recent arrest may therefore require checking the live inmate search or calling the facility.
Release and child-support purge

Seminole County Bond and Purge Payments

Before paying anything, confirm the inmate’s full current booking record. One person can have more than one charge or another hold that prevents release.

SCSO’s bond page also explains a separate process for an inmate arrested for failure to pay child support. A child-support purge can be paid in the full required amount to facilitate release.

Child-support purge payment

For purge payments made by cash, cashier’s check or money order, SCSO requires a valid photo ID. Cashier’s checks and money orders should be payable to the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office and should include the inmate’s booking number.

SCSO says personal checks and surety bonds are not accepted for child-support purge payments.

Credit-card purge option

The current SCSO instructions provide online, telephone and in-person credit-card payment routes. GovPayNow payments are limited to $2,500 per charge and carry a non-refundable provider service fee.

SCSO’s published location code for the bond-payment system is A001X0.

After opening the official Posting Bond / Purge page:
  1. Confirm the inmate’s name, birth date and booking number.
  2. Confirm whether you are paying a criminal bond or child-support purge.
  3. Read the payment-method rules.
  4. Check the current provider fee before using a credit card.
  5. Keep the payment confirmation.
  6. Verify whether another hold prevents immediate release.
Bond scam warning: do not send gift cards, cryptocurrency or an unverified payment-app transfer to someone who calls claiming they can instantly clear a warrant or guarantee release. Start with the official SCSO inmate and bond pages.
Family visitation

John E. Polk Correctional Facility Visitation

SCSO offers free onsite video visitation and paid remote video visitation. Visits are scheduled through Smart Jail Mail.

Seminole County jail visitation rules
Rule
Current SCSO guidance
Onsite visit length
30 minutes
Daily onsite limit
Up to two onsite video visits per inmate per day
Weekly onsite limit
Up to four onsite visits per week
Adult visitors
One adult visitor per scheduled visit
Children
A parent or guardian must accompany visitors under 18; up to two children may accompany the scheduled visitor
Scheduling
At least 24 hours before the visit
Arrival
Arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled onsite visit
ID
Government photo identification showing date of birth
After opening the official visitation rules:
  1. Follow the Smart Jail Mail scheduling link.
  2. Create an account.
  3. Choose the correct inmate.
  4. Schedule at least 24 hours ahead.
  5. Save the QuickAccess code.
  6. Bring valid photo identification.
  7. Arrive about 30 minutes before an onsite visit.

What not to bring into onsite visitation

SCSO says identification and car keys are the only personal items permitted in the visitation area. Wallets, purses, cell phones, bags, smoking materials, food and similar items must remain outside or in available lockers.

The current visitation page states that public lockers in the Control Room lobby cost 25 cents.

Commissary and trust funds

How to Send Money to a Seminole County Inmate

John E. Polk Correctional Facility currently lists several approved routes for adding money to an inmate account.

Seminole County inmate-account deposit options
Method
Current route
Important detail
Online
AccessCorrections.com
Visa and Mastercard accepted
Telephone
1-866-345-1884
Provider agents available 24/7
Cash walk-in
CashPayToday / ACE Cash Express
Enroll or check approved locations first
Mail money order
Secure Deposits – Seminole County
Money Order Deposit Form required
Facility lobby
Release Control and Main Lobby kiosks
Cash, Visa and Mastercard accepted
After opening the official Inmate Account Deposits page:
  1. Confirm the inmate’s legal name and booking number.
  2. Choose the approved payment route.
  3. Review provider fees before paying.
  4. If mailing a money order, download and complete the required deposit form.
  5. Keep the receipt or confirmation number.
Funds are not casually reversible: SCSO states that once funds have been deposited into an inmate’s account they are not returned. Confirm the inmate before submitting money.
MailGuard inmate correspondence

Seminole County Inmate Mail Does Not Go to the Jail’s Street Address

Regular inmate correspondence is processed through Smart Communications MailGuard. SCSO says regular inmate postal mail is scanned and made available for the inmate to view electronically.

Mail line 1 SCSO-SCH
Mail line 2 Inmate’s Name – Booking Number (ID Number)
Mail line 3 PO Box 1907
Mail line 4 Pinellas Park, Florida 33780

The inmate name and booking number must be clearly printed on the envelope or postcard.

Do not mail normal family correspondence to 211 Eslinger Way. That Sanford address is used for legal mail and permitted magazine subscriptions, while ordinary correspondence goes through MailGuard.

Books and packages

The facility says it no longer accepts packages or books sent directly to inmates, including shipments from publishers, Amazon, USPS or other delivery services. Magazine subscriptions can continue if they meet facility rules.

Legal mail

Legal mail is sent directly to John E. Polk Correctional Facility at 211 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773. It must be clearly identifiable as legal mail and is handled under separate legal-mail procedures.

After opening the official inmate-mail rules:
  1. Determine whether the item is regular correspondence or legal mail.
  2. For regular correspondence, use the MailGuard address.
  3. Include the inmate’s booking number.
  4. Review prohibited-item rules.
  5. Use the separate money-order deposit address for mailed inmate funds.
Inmate telephone accounts

Seminole County Inmate Phone Calls Use Securus

SCSO currently identifies Securus Technologies as the inmate telephone account provider.

A family member who wants to receive calls must first establish an inmate telephone account. SCSO warns that account setup can take up to 24 hours.

Securus customer service 1-800-844-6591
Customer-service availability 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Online account Securus friends-and-family service
Important timing Account activation can take up to 24 hours
After opening the official inmate-phone page:
  1. Confirm the current provider.
  2. Follow the Securus friends-and-family link.
  3. Create the telephone account.
  4. Review provider rates before adding funds.
  5. Allow time for the account to activate.
Florida public records

Request Seminole County Sheriff Reports and Recordings

The SCSO Records Section accepts requests online, in person, by telephone, fax, email and mail. Normal public-record business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., excluding holidays.

Records Section 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
Records phone 407-665-6690
Fax 407-665-6655
Email records@seminolesheriff.org

Published copy and certification fees

Seminole County Sheriff public records fees
Record service
Current published fee
Black-and-white single-sided copy
$0.15 per page
Black-and-white double-sided copy
$0.20 per page
Color single-sided copy
$0.25 per page
Color double-sided copy
$0.35 per page
Certified copy
$1.00 per copy
Video request deposit
$150 deposit
Audio-recording processing
$24.28 per hour after the first free 15 minutes

Video requests can cost more than the initial deposit

SCSO currently requires a $150 deposit for video requests. The first 15 minutes of staff labor is free; additional redaction and research time is assessed at the published hourly rate. If processing exceeds the deposit, the agency can request additional funds before continuing.

The Records page says that if a requested deposit is not received within 30 days, the request is treated as withdrawn.

Statistical requests

SCSO can prepare statistical information for specific locations and time periods, including calls-for-service and offense-report data. Because this requires staff research, special service charges may apply.

After opening the official SCSO Public Records page:
  1. Choose the online public-record request option or another listed submission method.
  2. Identify the exact record needed.
  3. Provide the case number when available.
  4. Otherwise provide the date, location and involved names.
  5. Ask for a cost estimate when requesting video or a large volume of records.
  6. Monitor messages from Records for deposit or clarification requests.
Florida email-address notice: SCSO states that email addresses sent to the agency are public records under Florida law. If you do not want your email address released in response to a public-record request, the agency advises contacting it by telephone or in writing instead of email.
Summons, subpoenas, writs and levies

Seminole County Sheriff Civil Process Fees and Requirements

The Civil Section is at 91 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773. Published hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

The Sheriff warns that civil-process paperwork submitted incorrectly will be returned and that ordinary service fees become non-refundable once received.

What must accompany a service request

  • One original document with the required court seal, a certified copy, or the appropriate Clerk e-filed copy.
  • One service copy.
  • Supporting documents required for that process.
  • A self-addressed stamped envelope or email address if you want a copy of the return of service.
Seminole County Sheriff civil process fees
Process
Current fee / advance deposit
Summons / subpoena
$40 per summons or writ served
Writ of Garnishment
$40
Distress Writ
$40
Writ of Replevin
$90
Writ of Possession
$90
Real property / stocks execution deposit
$900 per parcel
Automobile execution deposit
$2,200 per vehicle
Tractor / trailer execution deposit
$2,500 per vehicle

If a deputy is requested to remain at a Writ of Possession for more than one-half hour, SCSO requires the request in writing when the writ is presented and publishes an additional deputy-time rate.

Accepted Civil Section payments

The Civil Section currently accepts cash, money orders, cashier’s checks, credit/debit cards and business checks from attorneys. Personal checks are not accepted.

After opening the official Civil Process page:
  1. Identify the type of document you need served.
  2. Check the current fee.
  3. Prepare the original/certified process and service copy.
  4. Add required supporting documents.
  5. Choose an accepted payment method.
  6. Call 407-665-6640 before submitting a levy or unusual writ when you need clarification about required deposits.
Out-of-state process: SCSO states that it does not serve out-of-state non-enforceable civil process. The Civil Section directs those requests to a Certified Process Server.
Appointment-only service

Seminole County Sheriff Public Fingerprinting

SCSO offers public fingerprinting by appointment at its Main Office, 100 Eslinger Way in Sanford.

The Sheriff’s current fingerprint page says appointments are offered on Mondays and Thursdays, excluding holidays. The service is limited to Seminole County residents or employees of a Seminole County business.

Concealed-weapon fingerprints $5 per card / transmission
Other fingerprinting $5 plus applicable tax per card / transmission
Location 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
Information line Human Resources · 407-665-6621

What to bring

  • Valid driver’s license, ID card or passport.
  • Any paperwork supplied by the requesting agency.
  • The ORI number when required.
  • Payment for the fingerprint service.

SCSO states that ACHA applicants are not fingerprinted at this facility.

After opening the official SCSO fingerprinting page:
  1. Confirm you qualify as a Seminole County resident or employee of a Seminole County business.
  2. Open the appointment calendar.
  3. Select an available Monday or Thursday appointment.
  4. Confirm the required ORI or fingerprint card with the requesting organization.
  5. Bring valid identification and payment.
Current dispatch activity

View Seminole County Sheriff Active Calls for Service

SCSO publishes a public active-call page showing calls currently being handled by deputies. The list can include an event number, dispatch time, event description, street and city.

The Sheriff warns that call descriptions are based on information available at the time of dispatch. Some calls are not displayed because of confidentiality or statutory exemptions.

After opening the SCSO Active Calls page:
  1. Review the dispatch time.
  2. Read the event description.
  3. Check the street and city.
  4. Remember that dispatch descriptions can change as deputies investigate.
  5. Do not travel to an active scene because you saw it online.
Active call does not equal proven crime: the public entry reflects a dispatch event, not the final investigative findings or a court result.
Resident services

Useful Seminole County Sheriff Programs Many Residents Miss

House Watch

Seminole County residents going out of town can request a free House Watch. Deputies check the property while the resident is away.

SCSO says the resident should make the request before leaving so a deputy can verify identity, property access and relevant information. If someone requests the service only after leaving town, the Sheriff may instead provide a normal area patrol without the signed House Watch authorization.

After opening the official House Watch page:
  1. Request the service before your trip.
  2. Provide the dates you will be away.
  3. Identify vehicles and people authorized to be at the property.
  4. Contact SCSO if you return earlier than planned.

Neighborhood Watch

SCSO’s Crime Prevention Unit helps residents establish Neighborhood Watch groups. The program uses coordinators, block captains and participating residents who report suspicious activity to law enforcement rather than attempting to intervene themselves.

Crime Prevention: 407-665-6880.

Neighborhood Policing regions

Seminole Neighborhood Policing divides the county into East, North and South regions, with deputies assigned to smaller Community Service Areas inside those regions.

This is useful for ongoing quality-of-life or neighborhood concerns that are not immediate emergencies.

Anonymous felony tips

Crimeline accepts anonymous felony-crime tips at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477), 24 hours a day. SCSO says callers receive a confidential tip code and do not have to provide their name.

Crime in progress: do not use Crimeline or an online form when immediate police response is needed. Call 911.
Criminal case verification

Use the Seminole County Clerk for Court Case Status

A Sheriff booking record tells you about detention. The Clerk of the Circuit Court maintains the criminal court record.

The Seminole County Clerk provides online access to public criminal cases, court events and a Pre-Trial Release Register.

After opening the Seminole County Clerk court-case search:
  1. Choose Criminal Cases.
  2. Search by case number when the jail record provides one.
  3. If using a name, verify the defendant carefully.
  4. Review the latest case events and court dates.
  5. Use the Clerk for official or certified court copies.
Criminal Justice Center 101 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
Clerk telephone 407-665-4300
Published hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Best use Criminal court cases, hearings and official court records
Do not confuse the addresses: the Sheriff Main Office is at 100 Eslinger Way, the Criminal Justice Center is at 101 Eslinger Way, and the John E. Polk Correctional Facility is at 211 Eslinger Way.
Local practical checks

Small Seminole County Details That Prevent Wasted Trips and Payments

  • Use 407-665-1200 for the jail. The Main Office and Correctional Facility are different operations.
  • Save the booking number. It is required for inmate mail and helps with several jail services.
  • Regular inmate mail goes to Pinellas Park. Do not send ordinary correspondence to the Sanford jail street address.
  • Legal mail is different. Legal mail still goes directly to 211 Eslinger Way.
  • Fingerprinting is appointment-only. Confirm eligibility before driving to the Main Office.
  • Public-record video can require a substantial deposit. Ask for an estimate before requesting hours of footage.
  • Civil process uses its own office. Take service paperwork to 91 Eslinger Way rather than the Sheriff lobby by default.
  • Online police reporting has jurisdiction restrictions. Known-suspect or state-highway matters may require another reporting route.
  • Active-call labels are preliminary. They are not final police conclusions.
  • Booking is not conviction. Use the Clerk record to determine what happened in court.
10 practical questions

Seminole County Sheriff Office FAQs

What is the Seminole County Sheriff non-emergency phone number?

The Seminole County Sheriff’s current telephone directory lists 407-665-6650 for non-emergency assistance. Call 911 for an immediate emergency, crime in progress or urgent suspicious activity.

What is the main Seminole County Sheriff Office address?

The SCSO Main Office is at 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773. John E. Polk Correctional Facility is a separate location at 211 Eslinger Way.

Who is the current Seminole County Sheriff?

Dennis M. Lemma is the current Seminole County Sheriff. He was sworn in as the county’s 10th Sheriff in 2017 and was reelected in 2020 and 2024.

How do I search for a current Seminole County inmate?

Use the official John E. Polk Correctional Facility portal on SeminoleSheriff.org and select “Search for Current Inmates.” Save the inmate’s booking number because it is used for several jail services.

What is the Seminole County jail phone number?

The John E. Polk Correctional Facility telephone number is 407-665-1200. The facility is at 211 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773.

How do I request a Seminole County Sheriff report?

Submit a public-record request through the SCSO Records Section. Records can be requested online or through the listed in-person, telephone, fax, email and mail routes. The Records phone number is 407-665-6690.

How much does Seminole County Sheriff charge for public records?

Fees depend on the request. Current published copy rates start at $0.15 per page for a single-sided black-and-white copy. Certified copies are $1, while video requests currently require a $150 deposit and can involve additional staff-redaction charges.

How much does Seminole County Sheriff charge to serve a summons?

The Civil Section currently publishes a $40 fee for each summons or subpoena served. Writs and levies have separate fees and advance deposits.

How do I visit an inmate at John E. Polk Correctional Facility?

Schedule through Smart Jail Mail at least 24 hours in advance. SCSO currently allows two 30-minute onsite video visits per day with a maximum of four onsite visits per week. Arrive 30 minutes before an onsite visit with valid government photo identification.

How do I send money or mail to a Seminole County inmate?

Inmate funds can be deposited through the approved Access Corrections routes, approved cash-walk-in services, lobby kiosks or a properly submitted money order. Regular personal mail uses the SCSO-SCH MailGuard address at PO Box 1907, Pinellas Park, FL 33780 and must include the inmate’s name and booking number.

Official-source directory

Primary Seminole County Sheriff Resources

Seminole County Sheriff’s Office

Main official agency website.

Open official SCSO website
SCSO Office Locations

Main Office, regional offices, jail and probation locations.

Open office locations
SCSO Telephone Directory

Current main, non-emergency, jail, Records, Civil and program numbers.

Open telephone directory
John E. Polk Correctional Facility

Current inmates, bond, visitation, accounts, mail and detention FAQs.

Open jail services
Public Records

Records requests, fees, video, audio and statistical-request information.

Open Records information
Civil Process

Summonses, subpoenas, writs, levies and Civil Section fees.

Open Civil Process information
Fingerprinting

Eligibility, appointment requirements, fees and identification instructions.

Open fingerprinting information
Online Reporting

Non-emergency citizen reporting, House Watch and traffic-complaint routes.

Open online reporting
Active Calls for Service

Current dispatch activity handled by SCSO deputies.

View active SCSO calls
Seminole County Clerk Criminal Cases

Use after an arrest when you need filed charges, hearings or court disposition.

Search Seminole County court cases

Editorial review: this guide was audited against current Seminole County Sheriff and Seminole County Clerk resources available on September 27, 2026. Phone numbers, fees, provider services, jail procedures, appointment schedules and civil-process costs can change.

Accuracy note: for money, court dates, inmate custody, service-of-process fees or scheduled visits, reopen the responsible official page immediately before acting.

Arrest-record notice: an arrest, booking or active-call entry does not establish guilt. Use the criminal court record for case disposition.

Florida public-record notice: information submitted to a Florida public agency may itself be subject to public-record laws, including email-address information in some circumstances.

FCRA notice: a Sheriff page, jail roster, arrest record or this guide is not a consumer report for employment, housing, credit, insurance or another decision governed by consumer-reporting law.

For an immediate emergency, call 911.

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