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SACRAMENTO – On May 21, 2023, Association of Motor Vehicle Investigators of California (AMVIC) President Kenneth Ehrman and California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) Senior Counsels Jim Vitko and Ryan Navarre met with California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Chief of investigation to discuss the implementation of Telematics devices on all of the vehicles in […]
The AMVIC Board of Directors election process has been completed. Leonard Mata ran unopposed for the office of vice president, and David Silva was elected secretary. The AMVIC Board of Directors would like to thank everyone who participated.
On November 28th, 2023, at approximately 4:00 p.m., members of the Ventura County Auto Theft Task Force (VenCATT) located a Honda Pilot that had been previously reported stolen in the City of Oxnard.
On November 13, 2023, San Bernardino County Auto Theft Task Force (SANCATT) investigators conducted an investigation regarding possession of a stolen vehicle at a Victorville residence.
On November 1, 2023, California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the arraignment and filing of charges against two defendants in a multi-million-dollar embezzlement and tax fraud scheme in San Bernardino County.
SACRAMENTO – Membership outreach and meetings with DMV investigation and labor relations leaders were at the top of the list for Dr. Kenneth Ehrman during the last two weeks of September. On September 18, 2023, Ehrman, CSLEA Unit-A vice president and president of AMVIC, met with AMVIC members in Ventura County to discuss the new […]
“We must protect children from sexual predators who coerce their victims to participate in activity that could potentially harm or haunt the child for life. These criminals do not take into consideration anything but their own sexual gratification. We extend our gratitude to the investigators who worked this case.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SAN […]
“Rolled back odometers can cause a loss of tens of thousands of dollars to an unsuspecting car buyer. California DMV investigators work to protect consumers from this crime by investigating reports of this suspected activity.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona ROCKLIN – On June 20, 2023, the Placer County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO)announced that it is […]
“Eighteen search warrants in one day throughout Southern California is a major undertaking and requires the cooperation and expertise of many law enforcement partners including the investigators at the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Sophisticated stolen car rings that operate in several jurisdictions can translate into complicated investigations, but these officers got a major portion […]
“Among the many jobs that California DMV investigators perform, they work to protect consumers from financial harm. Pairing their investigative expertise as it pertains to DMV with local law enforcement officers in the form of task forces, is a great way to combat vehicle related crimes.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona FRESNO – On March […]
“California DMV investigators are a valuable asset to law enforcement at the local, state and federal level when investigating auto theft and identity theft crimes. They work daily to protect consumers from financial harm.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona FRESNO – On December 22, 2022, the Fresno County District Attorney’s Office announced that it filed […]
Attention AMVIC Members, The Association of Motor Vehicle Investigators of California (AMVIC) will begin the election process for two positions on the board of directors, President and Treasurer. Only active AMVIC members from rank and file in good standing for a minimum of three consecutive years can serve as a director. Each elected position will […]
“This crime not only put the public in danger, it tarnishes the reputation of the hardworking, trustworthy public service professionals who handle government documents with care and integrity. Our gratitude to the DMV investigators and other law enforcement officers who investigated this case and put a stop to this dangerous and criminal activity.” – CSLEA […]
SACRAMENTO – On September 23, 2022, representatives from the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) and Association of Motor Vehicle Investigators of California (AMVIC) met with California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Investigations Chief Christina Michel and DMV Human Resources Branch representatives to discuss the new DMV Telework Policy. Attending from CSLEA were AMVIC President […]
“Admitted actions by this former DMV employee put the public’s safety at risk, both from the travelling public’s perspective and Homeland Security’s. To the honest, hardworking DMV employees who do their jobs professionally and honestly, thank you. To those who don’t, DMV employs peace-officer investigators who are very good at their jobs, and work to […]
“Conspiring to bribe a DMV employee to fraudulently obtain commercial driver licenses for individuals who didn’t take or didn’t pass required testing is a crime that puts all of us at risk when we are out on the road. Thank you to the DMV investigators who worked on this case in an effort to keep […]
“This case is an example of the work that can be done using the latest technology and the resources of many different agencies. None of it brings the murder victim back to her family, but it may finally result in criminal justice.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona MOUNTAIN VIEW – On July 11, 2022, the […]
There are many reasons why DMV investigators go after unlicensed vehicle repair shops and they include consumer and environmental safety, as well as protecting our state’s finances. These shops operate in the underground economy, do not comply with state licensing requirements or pay taxes. They tend to ignore environmental regulations, and often aren’t up front […]
“This type of illegal activity puts all of us who are out on the roads at risk and stains the reputation of the honest, hardworking DMV employees who work daily to be our safeguards against those who should not be driving vehicles because they can’t complete the necessary tests.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SACRAMENTO- […]
“Rolling back odometers in order to sell a vehicle at a higher price is not a victimless crime. Buyers are unaware of the actual mileage and the wear on vehicle parts which could harm them financially down the road. This is a crime that California DMV investigators take seriously, as do other law enforcement agencies […]
