The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, in partnership with our citizens, will enforce all laws, deter criminal activity, protect life and property, maintain order, and operate a safe, constitutional jail system.

Through innovative leadership and our dedication to providing quality services, the Sheriff's Office will maximize the use of its resources to provide the highest quality service, which will aid in improving the quality of life for the citizens of Charlotte County.

The office is also dedicated to providing a caring and supportive environment for our employees because they are the backbone of the office and have a need for continued growth and development through education and training. Each employee will have opportunities for career development, professional growth, and a challenging work environment.

Employee creativity and innovations are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of the Office. Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude, within the Office, that they are expected to share when contacting the citizens of the County.

Vision Statement

The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office will be recognized by our peers and our community as a leader in the law enforcement professional and as an integrated part of the community, working to create a safe environment for all Charlotte County residents and visitors.

Values

The following fundamental values form the cornerstone of the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office:

Honesty & Integrity

The members of the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office will be truthful and trustworthy at all times and in all places. Our commitment is to the highest level of standards as measured by the policing profession, The Law Enforcement Canon of Ethics and standing up for one's belief.

Each member will be responsible for his or her actions. Not only to our fellow members, but to the community we serve. We must realize that the community is our customer. As such it is the community who will define our quality of service.

A group organized to work together. We are committed to a spirit of cooperation with each other and our community. We will form a partnership with the community and listen to them. We will never willingly let a member of our team fail.

May every activity we engage in serve to further enhance the public's interest and respect for the Sheriff's Office. We will strive to safeguard that trust, and keep our promises. We pledge to protect the rights of all citizens we serve.