July 4th is a time of celebration; backyard grilling, neighborhood gatherings, and fireworks displays. Unfortunately, July is also peak month for grill fires, and every year an estimated 11,000 people are treated for injuries related to fireworks. Also, more pets go missing on the Fourth of July than any other day of the year! As... Continue Reading →
Starting July 1, 2019, Florida motorists can be stopped and cited for texting and driving. The first violation for drivers is a non-moving offense with no points assessed to the driver’s record. The second violation is a moving violation with three points assessed to the driver’s record. A first offense will be punishable by a... Continue Reading →
The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office is participating in Operation Knot Lit, a Florida Sheriffs Task Force initiative for enhanced enforcement that will run through the 4th of July holiday weekend. The enhanced enforcement operation will run from July 3rd - July 7th, focusing on violations such as driving/boating under the influence, reckless driving and careless... Continue Reading →