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Charlotte County Arrest Records

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Charlotte County, FL Arrest Records

What Are Charlotte County Arrests Statistics?

Charlotte County had 7,931 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2017 the arrest rate was 1,350.97 per 100.000 population which is by 82.81% higher than the National average of 739.02 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2017 arrests 360 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Alachua and county Brevard it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

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  • 7,931Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 1,350.97Arrest rate in 2017 per 100.000 population
  • 360Violent crime arrests

Charlotte County Recent Arrests

Currently, the most popular arrest in Charlotte is larceny/theft - 1,573 arrests followed by burglary - 368 and aggravated assault - 303 arrests.

  • 1,573Larceny/Theft
  • 368Burglary
  • 303Aggravated Assault

Charlotte County Arrests: Violent vs. Non-Violent Crimes

Violent crime in Charlotte County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has decreased along with the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 100.65 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 100.42% higher.

Charlotte County Arrest Records by type from 2004-2017

Charlotte County Arrest and Criminal Records by Age

Most of the county arrests fall into 21-30 age group whereas the least arrests are seen between people who are 10-20 years old.

Charlotte County Crime Rate by Age Groups

Charlotte County Police Reports

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Charlotte county police reports may be found from the local county Sheriff’s Office. You can appear in person and request copies as county police records are available to the general public per the state laws and the Freedom of Information Act. These records may include Charlotte county police reports, Charlotte county bookings and even mugshots. These records are related to when someone is arrested, booked, and jailed. First, they are questioned, and basic information is taken while officers fills out the report. Then they takes mugshots of the suspect, and they are put in a jail cell until they can make bail the fees. Some counties may charge a fee for a copy of police records. You may have to visit in person and may need to have the following information for them to find your file:

  • Date and time of the occurrence
  • The location of the incident
  • Name(s) of those involved
  • Officer’s name and rank
  • Case number

This will help the officer find the documents you need.

Charlotte county police records can provide a lot of information about a suspect. A good example of police record might be a traffic accident report. Some records are available to the public after a waiting period, such as 60-days.

Sometimes you can order copies of Charlotte county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Charlotte County Mugshots

Charlotte County mugshots have been used since the 1800s, shortly after the invention of photography. Then in 1888, a French police officer Alphonse Bertillon standardized the process and made it the norm. Groups of these mugshots are kept in a “mug book” to help witnesses and victims identify criminals.

Charlotte county mugshots are the photographs taken of suspects upon arrest. Local police, Sheriff’s Offices, and other law enforcement agencies take them. Typically , the subject is photographed from the front (full-face view) and then the side (profile view). These Charlotte county mugshots are filed with the person’s criminal record and police reports. They are used by victims, witnesses, and investigators to identify criminals guys.

Additionally , when a judge issues an Charlotte county arrest warrant for other purposes , and the person does not show up in court, these mugshots are used to help find the suspect.

Mugshots are readily available online as they are public records. Information brokers portals offer mugshots with other types of public records such as criminal records, arrest records and other court cases.

Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Sex Offenders

Police and arrest records will also contain on felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offenders. Since everything is computerized available and connected, any past incidents will show up as well.

Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Charlotte county, Florida with a total number of 281 employees - 30 female, 127 male officers and 124 civilians. Charlotte County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is FL0080000, it belongs to the South Atlantic division in the South region with a region code of Region III.

  • Agency Name: Charlotte County Sheriff's Office
  • State: Florida
  • City: Punta Gorda
  • Type: County
  • Address: 7474 Utilities Rd
  • Phone Number: 941-639-2101
  • Fax: 205-5627
  • Email: Sheriff@ccso.org
  • Website: https://www.ccso.org/

Charlotte County Police Departments

DepartmentAddressPhone
Punta Gorda Police Department1410 Tamiami Trail(941) 575-5519

Charlotte County, FL Jail and Inmate Records

CHARLOTTE County has 615 jails with an average daily population of 274 inmates with a total of 695 jail population. When breaking down the CHARLOTTE County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 21% with 148 female and 521 male inmates.

  • 615Jails
  • 695Prisoners
  • 692 %Jail Rate

How Does Charlotte County Inmate Search Work?

Charlotte County inmate records are public records that anyone can review easily. The Freedom of Information Act governs the availability of regarding Charlotte county inmate records which provide a lot of useful information about a person.

Charlotte County Booking

Charlotte county bookings are also helpful when looking for information on whether or not someone has been arrested. When a suspect is arrested, the officer fills out forms and then holds them in a jail , which essentially becomes their Charlotte county booking record. It may also include things like fingerprints, mugshots , physical details, their name, and address, arresting officer , the details of the crime, the location, and any vehicles that were involved. The general public has the right to review a copy of someone’s Charlotte county booking records without any type of permission .

Charlotte County Jail

Charlotte County Jail & Prison Details

NameAddressPhone
Charlotte Correctional Institution33123 Oil Well Road941-833-8100
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