Charles County Tow Program
In order to operate within Charles County, tow companies must now complete and submit the
application for tow service operating in Charles County, MD.
To be considered for a permit, tow companies should download, print, and fill out the application below
and read through the county tow 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.
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.