941.743.1200
18500 Murdock Circle
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Mission: To serve and protect the citizens of Charlotte County through leadership, teamwork, and exceptional services.
Charlotte County Public Safety comprises Fire & EMS, Fire Prevention, Animal Control, Radio Communications, and the Public Safety Training Center. The department utilizes a highly skilled workforce to provide services to protect life and property, mitigate hazards, and respond to emergencies.
April 1, 2026 7:54 am
Charlotte County is implementing school zone speed enforcement cameras to enhance safety. The warning phase of the program ended March 31. Violators will receive a citation notice by mail if caught speeding.
March 23, 2026 11:40 am
The warning phase of the school zone speed enforcement program will end March 31, 2026. Beginning April 1, 2026, violators will receive a citation notice by mail if caught speeding.
Dec. 9, 2025 2:56 pm
Charlotte County rescinds Burn Ban March 25, 2026.
Residents may now resume outdoor burning activities, including recreational fires and yard waste burning, in accordance with applicable county ordinances and state regulations. Controlled agricultural and silvicultural burns continue to be regulated by the Florida Forest Service.
