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Superior Court Orders CalHR to Provide Like Pay to CDI Excluded Employees
CalHR’s Special Salary Adjustments Deemed Insufficient
On May 4, 2026, the Sacramento Superior Court rendered a ruling on a petition for writ of mandate filed by excluded peace officer supervisors at the California Department of Insurance (CDI) alleging lack of compliance by CalHR with a prior administrative decision by an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ).
Legislative Update – April 15, 2026
By Shane LaVigne
LaVigne Strategies
We are now roughly halfway through the policy committee process in the first house, with hearings moving quickly and major issues beginning to take shape. In the coming weeks, the Legislature will transition into Appropriations, followed by floor session as the house of origin deadline approaches. California Statewide Law Enforcement Association has remained actively engaged across a number of measures, continuing to advocate on behalf of its members and ensuring that the operational realities facing law enforcement are clearly understood by policymakers.
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CACI to Award Ten $1,000 Scholarships
Application Deadline is May 29, 2026 The California Association of Criminal Investigators is currently accepting applications for scholarships that will be awarded to qualified members, or their immediate family members, seeking higher education. The 2026 CACI Scholarship Program is awarding ten (10) $1,000 scholarships.If you would like to submit an application, download the form below […]
COLRE President and Director Visit LREs in Glendale
GLENDALE – On May 7, 2026, licensing registration examiners at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in Glendale met with California Organization of Licensing Registration Examiners (COLRE) President Enrique Razo and Region 5 Director David Rodriguez to discuss work and union related issues. “The purpose of our visit was to update both new and experienced […]
Superior Court Orders CalHR to Provide Like Pay to CDI Excluded Employees
CalHR’s Special Salary Adjustments Deemed Insufficient On May 4, 2026, the Sacramento Superior Court rendered a ruling on a petition for writ of mandate filed by excluded peace officer supervisors at the California Department of Insurance (CDI) alleging lack of compliance by CalHR with a prior administrative decision by an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). The […]
Basic Site Representation Class via Zoom
May 11th at 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. May 15th at 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. To accommodate the growing number of CSLEA members requesting to attend a Basic Site Representation class, CSLEA has scheduled two classes to be held via Zoom on May 11th and May 15th at 10:00 a.m. Two classes are being […]
2026 CSLEA Foundation Scholarship Application is Now Available
CSLEA to award eight $1,000 scholarshipsApplications must be postmarked by May 31, 2026 The CSLEA Consumer Protection & Public Safety (CPPS) Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships which are available to CSLEA members, their spouses and children. The CSLEA Foundation plans to award eight $1,000 scholarships to assist CSLEA members with the cost of […]
CSLEA and ACE Welcome 13 CCC Conservationists to Union Membership
SACRAMENTO– On April 22, 0266, representatives from the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) and the Association of Conservationist Employees (ACE) met with 13 California Conservation Corps (CCC) conservationists to introduce the new employees to their union and answer any questions they might have about union benefits and services. In attendance from CSLEA were Senior […]
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California DOJ Analyst Cracks 30-Year-Old Homicide Case, Killer Arrested
“There are many, many components to investigating and solving crimes, and locating suspects, and this case shines a spotlight on a California DOJ crime analyst who uncovered a critical lead. The long arm of the law is strengthened by dedicated individuals who strive for criminal justice.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona LOS ANGELES — On May […]
CDPH Investigators Assist with National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
“Thank you to our CSLEA -CAFDI members who volunteered to assist with National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. This effort helps to prevent drug abuse in our homes, neighborhoods and communities.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SACRAMENTO – On April 22 and April 25, 2026, California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) members who work at the […]
CDPH Files Legal Action Against Kratom Manufacturer
“CDPH investigators work to protect Californians from harmful products. Their work protects the health and lives of Californians as they inspect and investigate companies suspected of selling harmful products.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SACRAMENTO– On May 1, 2026, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a legal complaint […]
ABC Agents Cite 29 at SLO Restaurant for Possession of Fake IDs
SAN LUIS OBISPO – On Sunday, April 23, 2026, at approximately 9:30 p.m., undercover California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) agents witnessed a large group of youthful looking individuals dining at HaHa Sushi and Ramen ordering and consuming alcoholic beverages. In accordance with state law, the ABC agents contacted and identified the members of the group, […]
ABC Agents and Clovis PD Arrest 27 Suspects During Clovis Rodeo
“California ABC agents often assist at venues throughout California that bring enjoyment to families. Their presence adds another layer of public safety and helps to curb the use of alcohol among those under 21.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona CLOVIS – On April 28, 2026, the Clovis Police Department announced that is officers, along with […]
Arrest Made in Stockton 1994 Cold Case Homicide
STOCKTON -On April 22,2026, members of the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force arrested Donald Lee Clark, 80, of Stockton for the 1994 murders of Eugene Cates and Lawrence Loehr. On May 23, 1994, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Stockton Police Department officers responded to the 10000 block of Thornton Road regarding a report of a […]
