Sheriff

Sheriff is a character in Season One of the Showtime series DEXTER.

He notifies Rita Bennett that Paul Bennett has filed assault charges against her.

Summary

 * “Seeing Red”

Rita is working at the registration desk in Z Hotel when she’s approached by two men in suits.

"Sheriff: “Dade County Sheriff's Department. I'm looking for Rita Bennett.” Rita: “That's me. Did you find Paul?” Sheriff: “I'm sorry?” Rita: “Paul Bennett. My ex-husband attacked me last night. My boyfriend filed a police report.” Sheriff: “The only report we have is the one that Mr. Bennett filed.” Rita: “What? Wait. Paul filed a police report? For what?” Sheriff: “Assault. Your ex-husband was just released from Baptist Memorial Hospital. He's pressing charges against you.” Rita: “He attacked me!” Sheriff: “Not according to him.” Rita: “All right. Can we talk about this later?” Sheriff: “We need a formal statement. You're gonna have to come with us right now to the station.” Rita: “Fine.”"

Meanwhile, Dexter Morgan has experienced a panic attack in Room 103 of the Marina View Hotel. Unable to continue working the crime scene, he sits outside the room, giving instructions to Vince Masuka. He’s faced with another problem when he receives a phone call from Rita.

"Rita: “Dexter, I'm at the sheriff's station. Paul's pressing assault charges against me. I mean, how's it even possible? I was defending myself.” Dexter: “Just stay calm. I know a lawyer. I'll straighten it out.” Rita: “I am calm. They're the hysterical ones. They're charging me with a class-2 felony. Hello, Dexter? Are you there?” Dexter: “Yeah, I'm right here.” Rita: “This is ridiculous. I could lose my job. I could lose my kids.” Dexter: “I won't let that happen.” Rita: “Well, I'm glad you're so confident.” Dexter: “Rita, just trust me. I know how the system works. Look, I'm at a crime scene right now, and I have to go, but I'll talk to my lawyer friend right away. You okay?” Rita: “Yeah. Yeah, I'm okay. Thank you.”"

Related Pages

 * Paul Bennett
 * Rita's Lawyer
 * Z Hotel