Charles County Tow Program
In order to operate within Charles County, tow companies must now complete and submit the Application for Operating Tow Service in Charles County.
To be considered for a permit, tow companies should download, print, and complete the application below, and read through the Charles County Tow Program Regulations.
For a Level 1 Application, which covers only consensual tow services, the fee is $250.
For a Level 2 Application, which covers consensual and non-consensual tow services, the fee is $500.
All fees will need to be paid prior to submitting the application.
Fees are payable to the Charles County Treasurer’s Office, located at 200 Baltimore St., La Plata, MD 20646,
and proof of payment must be submitted with the application.
Completed applications and proof of payment should be mailed to:
Tow Program Coordinator
Traffic Operations Unit
Charles County Sheriff’s Office
6915 Crain Highway, Post Office Box 189
La Plata, MD 20646-0189
Completed applications and proof of payment can also be submitted in person to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office
Tow Program Coordinator at 10435 Audie Lane, La Plata, MD 20646, or placed in the gray mailbox labeled “Tow Program” to the right of the door at any time after hours.
Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., excluding holidays.
For additional information, contact the Tow Program Coordinator via email at towing@ccso.us.
Those wishing to participate in the Charles County Sheriff’s Office Authorized Tow Service Program (ATSP) should complete the Application for Authorized Tow Service Program listed below. To be eligible, tow companies must first complete and receive approval for the Application for Operating Tow Service in Charles County.