Charles County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency responsible for policing Charles County, Maryland.

CCI Score

30.82

-0.13% May 31

Latest Event

Charles County Budget Increases Funding for Sheriff's Office

On May 18, 2023, Charles County Commissioners approved a balanced operating budget that includes a $13.3 million increase for the Sheriff's Office, funding four new positions and a mandated body worn camera program to be implemented by July 1, 2025.

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Charles County Sheriff's Office is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

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Latest Events

MAY

18

2023

Charles County Budget Increases Funding for Sheriff's Office
-12.23

On May 18, 2023, Charles County Commissioners approved a balanced operating budget that includes a $13.3 million increase for the Sheriff's Office, funding four new positions and a mandated body worn camera program to be implemented by July 1, 2025.
-40

Public and Political Behavior

April 29

The significant increase in funding for the Sheriff's Office reinforces law enforcement capacity, which from an anti-fascist perspective can risk intensifying oppressive policing practices disproportionately impacting marginalized communities. This boost in resources is seen as empowering a security apparatus that has historically been problematic in its treatment of vulnerable groups.

Charles County Adopts Budget With Major Investments in Schools, Public Safety, Infrastructure
+15

Technology and Services Impact

April 29

The budget includes the implementation of a body worn camera program, which is intended to enhance transparency and accountability within the Sheriff's Office. This accountability measure can help mitigate potential abuses of power, even though it comes within the context of an overall funding increase for law enforcement.

Charles County Adopts Budget With Major Investments in Schools, Public Safety, Infrastructure
JAN

01

2023

Collective Bargaining Agreements in Charles County
62.83

The public labor agreements page from Charles County details Bill 2023-01 on collective bargaining for emergency services employees, listing agreements with groups including the Fraternal Order of Police, the Charles County Correctional Officers Association, and the International Association of Fire Fighters. This transparency supports worker rights and collective labor practices.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

April 29

The listing of comprehensive labor agreements demonstrates the agency's commitment to collective bargaining and protection of labor rights, which aligns with anti-authoritarian, pro-worker values while empowering employees in public service sectors.

Labor Agreements | Charles County, MD
NOV

13

2018

Investigation of KKK Propaganda Distribution
41.54

On November 13, 2018, the Charles County Sheriff's Office reported receiving flyers containing Ku Klux Klan propaganda and launched an investigation in coordination with other law enforcement agencies to identify and arrest those responsible.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

April 29

The Sheriff's Office is actively investigating the distribution of extremist propaganda, demonstrating a commitment to countering far-right hate and protecting the community. This proactive stance against fascist messaging scores highly from an anti-fascist perspective.

Distribution of Propaganda
NOV

11

2018

Investigation into KKK Propaganda Distribution
31.14

The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of fliers containing Ku Klux Klan propaganda found since November 11, 2018 in multiple counties, indicating proactive measures to counter hate-based extremist messaging.
+60

Public and Political Behavior

April 29

By initiating an investigation into the distribution of extremist KKK propaganda, the Charles County Sheriff’s Office demonstrates a commitment to countering hate speech and protecting community safety, supporting anti-fascist values.

Charles County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Distribution of Propaganda from the Ku Klux Klan