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CSLEA Legal Defense Fund More than $2.5 Million Strong
“This fund is an example of the strength of our union and is of great importance to CSLEA members who suddenly find themselves in need of legal assistance for criminal or civil matters arising from the course and scope of employment. The CSLEA Legal Defense Fund is part of the ‘career insurance’ CSLEA often speaks of. No law enforcement, public safety or consumer protection professional should be without it.”-Alan Barcelona, CSLEA President
Legislative Update – October 15, 2024
By Shane LaVigne, LaVigne Strategies
End of Session:
Governor Gavin Newsom faced a September 30th deadline to act on over 1,200 bills sent to him this year, providing a clearer view of his political philosophy as he enters his final two years in office. Newsom signed 1,017 bills into law and vetoed 189, giving him a veto rate of just under 16%, slightly above the decade-long average. His decisions reflected a pragmatic, fiscally cautious approach, likely influenced by the state’s economic uncertainties.
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Recognizing the Career and Retirement of CSLEA Site Representative Sgt. Kenneth Williams
CSLEA wishes to recognize the career and retirement of Sgt. Kenneth Williams. Sgt. Williams recently retired after a career that began in September 2000, with the California Science Center’s Exposition Park Department of Public Safety. During Sgt. Williams’ career, he served under eight Chiefs and six Exposition Park Managers. Exposition Park sits just south of […]
CalHR Announces Changes to Pay for Certain Unit 7 and Excluded Classifications
Changes Will Increase Rates of Entry Level and Supervisory / Managerial Positions On November 13, 2024, CalHR furnished CSLEA with information concerning its intention to make adjustments to certain Unit 7 and supervisory/managerial classifications. Both of the changes are within CalHR’s existing statutory authority to implement classification-wide HAMs (Hiring Above Minimum) and to set the […]
CSLEA Directors Re-Elect Vice Presidents at 4th Quarter Board Meeting
Special guests Senate Pro Tem Mike McGuire and Assemblymember Juan Alanis speak with CSLEA directors “We thank the California legislators who take time out of their busy schedules to attend a CSLEA Directors’ meeting to learn more about our members and to discuss issues that impact our careers, our families and our day-to-day living. They […]
CHP-PSDA Vice President Conducts NEO for Dispatchers Training in West Sacramento
WEST SACRAMENTO – On December 9, 2024, CHP-Public Safety Dispatchers Association (CHP-PSDA) Vice President Victor Tovar conducted a new employee orientation on behalf of the union, introducing himself to nearly a dozen dispatchers training at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento. Tovar, also a CHP dispatcher, visits the academy to discuss union membership, as well […]
CSLEA Legal Defense Fund More than $2.5 Million Strong
Summary of 2023 Annual Report “This fund is an example of the strength of our union and is of great importance to CSLEA members who suddenly find themselves in need of legal assistance for criminal or civil matters arising from the course and scope of employment. The CSLEA Legal Defense Fund is part of the […]
CACI and CSLEA Host Membership Luncheon at DHCS in San Diego
SAN DIEGO – On November 14, 2024, California Association of Criminal Investigators (CACI) President George Tiongson and California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) Legal Counsel David De La Riva participated in a CACI hosted membership luncheon at the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) offices in San Diego. CSLEA Investigator members from the Department of […]
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ABC Agents and Emeryville Police Cite Clerk for Selling Alcohol to Minors
“It is important to routinely conduct these operations throughout the state to be sure clerks are complying with rules and regulations and checking IDs before allowing the purchase of alcohol by someone underage. This contributes to the safety of all of us.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona EMERYVILLE – On December 16, 2024, California Department of […]
Bakersfield Man Sentenced to 16 Years for Auto Insurance Fraud and Court Fraud Schemes
“Insurance fraud is a crime against all of us who pay for auto insurance. It costs all of us money in higher premiums. We appreciate the CHP, CDI and the Kern County District Attorney’s Office for helping to identify, investigate and prosecute those who commit insurance fraud.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona BAKERSFIELD— On December 19, […]
State Law Enforcement Officers Investigate Arson at Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park
“This is a tremendous loss by what investigators have determined was an act of arson. We appreciate the efforts of State Parks rangers, State fire marshals, CALFIRE, and all the local law enforcement and fire partners to complete a thorough investigation and find those responsible.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona CHICO – On Dec. 11, 2024 at […]
Forensic Science Leads to Identification of Man Found Dead in 1980
“It’s just a matter of time now before investigators have answers to their cold cases thanks the work of intelligent forensic scientists who are working with new technology to solve cases, including the identity of Jane and John Does. We thank the criminalists at the California Department of Justice for the incredibly valuable work that […]
Ventura County Task Force Arrests High-End Vehicle Theft Suspect
“Auto theft task forces throughout California work to identify and arrest those who steal vehicles. California DMV investigators work on these task forces to help solve these crimes, protecting people, businesses and insurance companies from financial harm.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona CAMARILLO– On December 15, 2024, the Ventura Area California Highway Patrol (CHP) announced the […]
Fort Bragg Man Convicted of Child Pornography and Failure to Register Crimes
California Department of Justice Latent Fingerprints Unit assisted with this case “We thank those in law enforcement and criminal justice for protecting the most innocent among us, our children. We also appreciate the work of jurors who are seated in these types of cases, it is not an easy assignment.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona FORT […]
