https://youtu.be/m3sHIfua8Vk The 2020 Census Field Data Collection Activity will begin on August 4, 2019 and continue through October 11, 2019. Census Bureau temporary field staff will work in neighborhoods across Florida to update address lists and maps using a laptop computer. Field staff will be knocking on doors in order to verify addresses and gather... Continue Reading →
Whether you are a new drone pilot or have years of experience, rules and safety tips exist to help you fly safely. Before you fly, it is important to find out what rules and regulations apply to your specific situation. You can then begin researching where it is safe to fly and when you need... Continue Reading →
Amazon Prime Day is coming and this time it's two days of online deals. Unfortunately, you won't be the only one eagerly anticipating the delivery of those brown boxes! Thieves, also known as “porch pirates”, are those who take packages from the doorstep of a residence after delivery. The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office recommends these... Continue Reading →
Burglary is frequently a crime of opportunity. Burglars aim for easy targets and most will give up if they can’t get in within a few minutes. There are steps a business owner can take to prevent their business from being an easy target for criminals. Steps toward proper security: Lighting – business should be well... Continue Reading →
This article is part of an ongoing agency focus on crime prevention and community education in Charlotte County. This article is authored by Danielle Bishop, a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern at Southwest Florida Counseling Center. Engaging in purposeful communication with kids and teens can be difficult given the day and age we are in... Continue Reading →
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 →
The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office encourages you to be safe when conducting business transactions resulting from online commerce by choosing safe areas to meet for the exchange of goods and money. Each of our District Offices has an E-Commerce Exchange Safe Zone for customers meeting with individuals to transact business resulting from online deals. Websites such... Continue Reading →
June is National Internet Safety Month. During school breaks, it is likely your kids will be spending more time online. In fact, according to the National Cyber Security Alliance, children and teens aged 8-18 spend an average of 7 and a half hours each day during the summer on electronic devices! This activity can leave them... Continue Reading →
It's the last day of school in Charlotte County! As vacations begin, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is here to help ensure your plans go uninterrupted. Remember that crime, particularly package thefts, tends to increase over the summer. As you’re making your summer plans, here’s a checklist you can use to lower the chances of... Continue Reading →
CCSO will be participating in the Florida DHSMV Click it or Ticket CampaignMay 20 – June 2 The safety belt is your vehicle’s best safety feature, but it only works if you use it! Wearing your seat belt in Florida became a primary offense with The Dori Slosberg and Katie Marchetti Safety Belt Law (effective... Continue Reading →