Charlotte County is located in the southwestern part of Florida, on the Gulf Coast. It is part of the Punta Gorda metropolitan area. The county seat is Punta Gorda.

Charlotte County is governed by a five-member Board of County Commissioners, which is elected from five districts. The county is also served by a constitutional officer, the Sheriff, and other elected officials, including the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, Supervisor of Elections, and State Attorney.

The county is served by the Charlotte County Public Schools system. The county is also home to several private schools.

The county is home to several parks and preserves, including the Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center, the Peace River Wildlife Center, and the Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park. The county also has several beaches, including Englewood Beach, Manasota Beach, and Stump Pass Beach.

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