Sheriffs' office
Charlotte County Sheriff's District
Mid-County District 2 is a part of the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, Law Enforcement division. The sheriff s office is a law enforcement agency that prevents loss of lives, injuries and property damage. It supports Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.), which is an international education program that seeks to prevent the usage of illegal drugs, gang activities and violent behavior. The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office maintains a civilian police academy that organizes a variety of community, youth and neighborhood watch programs. The office also operates a communication center that maintains a multichannel police system and provides communication services for police, fire and emergency medical assistance. The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office maintains a location in Port Charlotte, Fla.