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LOS ANGELES COUNTY – On May 15, 2026, California Association of Criminal Investigators (CACI) Secretary James Potts conducted a presentation at Mt. San Antonio College for Adults with Disabilities. The purpose of the presentation was to provide students with information about “Interacting with Emergency Personnel”, the importance of safe and effective communication with law enforcement, […]
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 […]
“As the investigation into this case continues, we thank local and state law enforcement officers for investigating reports of human trafficking and regulatory violations related to licensed cannabis operations” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona HUMBOLDT COUNTY – On March 10 and 11, 2026, deputies with the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Marijuana Enforcement Team (MET) served three […]
CDFW and DCC assisted with warrants and arrests “This is a significant bust and goes far in protecting public safety and public health. It demonstrates the work that can be done investigating illegal businesses when numerous law enforcement agencies combine their resources and expertise.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona KERN COUNTY – On February 12, 2026, […]
“Illicit cannabis operations hurt our economy, legitimate cannabis operations, our environment, fish and wildlife, and public safety. We are appreciative of all law enforcement efforts to investigate and dismantle illegal operations throughout California.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SACRAMENTO- On January 27, 2026, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announced that California’s Unified Cannabis […]
“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 […]
A CDI investigation “Staging collisions puts innocent lives in danger. These cases can be difficult and time consuming to investigate, but CDI investigators don’t waver in their dedication to keeping us safe and to investigating insurance fraud, which costs us all money in higher premiums.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SAN BERNARDINO – On November 21, […]
LANCASTER – On October 16, 2025 the Lancaster Police Department announced the results of a four-day operation to crack down on smoke shops selling unregulated, unsafe, and illegal products. The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) assisted the Lancaster Police Department, along with California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, Los Angeles County Public Health, […]
The California Association of Criminal Investigators (CACI) would like to congratulate the following five recipients of our annual CACI scholarships. Each of these deserving students is being awarded a CACI scholarship of $2,000. We wish them the best in their educational endeavors! Keep up the outstanding work in pursuing your career goals and your dreams! […]
SACRAMENTO – On August 27, 2025, representatives from the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA), George Tiongson, the president of the California Association of Criminal Investigators (CACI), and Jack Judd, the director of DCA for CACI met with approximately 30 Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) investigators for a lunchtime meeting to discuss union work conducted […]
“On occasion, we are made aware of a hardship that is impacting one of our CACI members, and when we are, we want to do what we can to help assist. We are aware of a gofundme fundraiser that has been set up to help our CACI member Justin Stanley and his sister who requires […]
SACRAMENTO – On July 10, 2025, special agents from the Franchise Tax Board hosted a successful “Bring Your Child to Work Day” with nearly 30 kids in attendance. The event took place at offices in Sacramento and West Covina. The day featured fun activities, including a team building event, scavenger hunt, office tour, and lunch. […]
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA – With the proud support of the California Association of Criminal Investigators (CACI), California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) member Raul Hernandez recently participated in the 2025 World Police and Fire Games, held June 27 through July 6, 2025, in Birmingham, Alabama. California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Investigator Hernandez competed with […]
Fundraiser raises awareness and critical support for veterans’ mental health By CSLEA-CACI Member Wendy Port California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) and California Association of Criminal Investigators (CACI) Member Miguel Espinoza, a dedicated law enforcement officer at the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and U.S. Air Force veteran, proudly participated in the Big Fish […]
SAN DIEGO – Congratulations to CSLEA and CACI member Storm Huie on his gold and silver medal wins on May 31, 2025 at the 2025 US Police and Fire Championships in San Diego. Huie competed in the men’s track and field competition earning a gold medal in the 100-meter run and a silver medal in […]
“DCC investigators are working with their state and local partners to shut down the illicit cannabis market which threatens the existence of legal cannabis operations that follow state regulations and contribute to California’s economy.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona ANAHEIM – On June 6, 2025, the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) announced, that in coordination […]
Application Deadline is July 18, 2025 Dear CACI Members, 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 2025 CACI Scholarship Program is awarding five (5) $2,000 scholarships. If you would like to submit an application, […]
“These enforcement efforts make big strides in tackling the huge underground and illegal cannabis operations in California which put public safety at risk and work against California’s finances.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona LOS ANGELES COUNTY – On May 22, 2025, the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) announced, that in partnership with Los Angeles and […]
WESTMINSTER – On May 15, 2025, the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) announced the seizure of more than $8.4 million dollars in illegal cannabis and mushrooms in Orange County. Working in partnership with the Westminster Police Department, DCC shut down an unlicensed cannabis delivery service, seizing: • 1,505 pounds of cannabis flower • 3,891 […]
“The amount of illegal cannabis cultivations and operations in California is astounding. DCC law enforcement officers are working to bust these operations as the illegal operations work against licensed operators and possibly harm consumers and the environment.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona ORANGE COUNTY – On April 21, 2025, the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) […]
