California Statewide Law Enforcement Association
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A CDFW investigation “This case demonstrates the value of tips from the public and how responsive CDFW officers are in investigating the information that comes in to them. We appreciate the law enforcement work of CDFW officers as they protect our natural resources and those businesses abiding by the laws and regulations.” CSLEA President Alan […]
PORAC utilizes its “Fund a Hero” campaign CDFW officer and CSLEA/ACWO member Chad Volheim is currently in need of support as he is struggling with a debilitating illness and is presently unable to work as a result. PORAC is utilizing its Fund-a-Hero campaign to raise money for Officer Volheim and CSLEA and ACWO are extremely […]
“These operations took place in just two of California’s 58 counties. Imagine the illegal cannabis activity that is taking place throughout the entire state. This obviously demonstrates a need for State law enforcement officers in CDFW, DCC, State Parks, other departments. We appreciate all who assisted and are thankful no one was hurt during these […]
“CDFW is working to protect the abalone population throughout California as the number of abalone dwindles. We have precious resources in our state and we thank CDFW officers for protecting our environment, fish and wildlife.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SONOMA COUNTY – On December 3, 2025, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announced […]
“Kudos to our CSLEA Director and ACWO President Trevor Pell, a CDFW Lieutenant, who completed this investigation and forwarded it to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office. Investigating cases such as this protects the public, and exotic animals that may be housed at unpermitted locations.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona VENTURA – On December 1, 2025, […]
“CDFW officers patrol day and night in an effort to protect our fish and wildlife, our environment and our safety. Their jobs can be highly dangerous and we thank them for their service to our State.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona ORANGE COUNTY – On October 24, 2025, at around 1:00 a.m., a California Department […]
“It’s important that law enforcement officers conduct these operations to investigate illegal cannabis operations for numerous reasons, including public safety, consumer protection, environmental concerns and leveling the playing field for licensed and permitted operations.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona NEVADA CITY – On October 30, 2025, the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) announced that between […]
“Thank you to California’s officers who work to protect our fish and wildlife so all may enjoy what California has to offer in way of its natural resources. Approaching individuals who are breaking California fish and wildlife laws can be dangerous and we thank these officers for their service.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona PISMO BEACH […]
“California not only works to protect its own natural resources, fish and wildlife, it also works to reduce the senseless poaching of endangered species that live elsewhere on our planet.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona LOS ANGELES COUNTY – On October 23, 2025, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) law enforcement officers from the Special […]
“These brave law enforcement officers, including a CDFW officer, encountered challenging and life-threatening conditions to rescue a man who desperately needed medical attention. We are grateful for their bravery, training and willingness to put the safety of others before their own.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona FAIRHAVEN – On October 21, 2025, at 3:45 p.m., […]
SACRAMENTO – On October 11, 2025, Govern Gavin Newsom announced that he signed Assembly Bill 1319 by Assemblymember Nick Schultz (D-Burbank) to protect endangered and threatened species from any potential rollbacks of longstanding federal protections. “California’s dedicated wildlife officers often face difficulties in enforcing the complex laws that regulate the wildlife trade due to the […]
“Thanks to someone who reported suspected illegal activity and the overnight work of CDFW officers, this illegal taking of Dungeness crab came to a halt and the crab were saved. That’s an example of how, together, we can protect our natural resources.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SAN FRANCISCO – On August 30, 2025, just […]
“Dismantling a clandestine methamphetamine conversion lab and operation of this magnitude can only assist in the battle against illegal drugs and to help keep our communities and neighborhoods safe.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona NORTH EDWARDS – On September 3, 2025, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office, Kern County High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force (KC-HIDTA), […]
“CDFW officers work all hours of the day and night to help protect our natural resources. They often encounter individuals who are armed and that in itself adds an element of danger to their jobs. We thank them for their service and always hope for their complete safety.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona LOS ANGELES – […]
This year saw highest percentage of female cadets in CDFW history “This is an exciting time for these new officers and we wish them the best as they embark upon field training. Be smart and be safe as you apply your new law enforcement skills. Be sure you have the safety net that no peace […]
“By executing search warrants targeting suspected illegal cannabis operations, law enforcement officers are working to protect the public, the environment, and those cannabis operations that have the proper licenses and permits. Executing these search warrants can be dangerous as often weapons are found and seized. We are thankful that no law enforcement officer was hurt […]
CSLEA ACWO members respond to save the lives of one adult and two children “First and foremost, kudos to the victims of this capsized boat who had signaling devices at the ready, and were all wearing their life jackets which assisted them in surviving in rough, cold water. Thank you to our CSLEA/ACWO members, CDFW […]
“It is not unusual for CDFW officers to assist with locating and arresting dangerous suspects wanted by local law enforcement departments. Law enforcement team work makes all of our communities a safer place to be.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona MOUNT SHASTA – On June 18, 2025, at approximately 3 p.m., the Mount Shasta Police […]
COLUSA COUNTY – On May 27, 2025 the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announced that Justin D. Lewis of Placer County was sentenced to two years in jail and ordered to pay over $20,000 in fines by a Colusa County Superior Court judge for his part in a conspiracy to commercialize Pacific lamprey, […]
PASO ROBLES –On May 8, 2025, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announced the arrest of a 26-year-old on suspicion of unlawful hunting of wildlife, among other wildlife violations. According to CDFW, a wildlife officer on patrol noticed a car slowly moving through a rural area outside of Paso Robles where there had […]
