ITEM 4. 8
CITY MANAGER' S REPORT
MAY 13, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
ITEM: RATIFY OUT-F- STATE TRAVEL COSTS FOR THE
LATHROP POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR SUSPECT
EXTRADITION FROM OKLAHOMA
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution Ratifying the Out -of -State Travel Costs for the Lathrop Police Department for Suspect
Extradition From Oklahoma
SUMMARY:
During criminal investigations, suspects may flee to different states to avoid arrest or prosecution. On April 9, 2024, our investigation unit went to a confidential location in Oklahoma to pick up a suspect in one of our cases.
The total cost for the extradition incurred by the department was $ 4, 286. There are sufficient funds in the Lathrop Police Department ( LPD) travel budget to cover the cost of the extradition. Staff recommends Council ratify the out-f- state travel costs for the Lathrop Police Department for suspect extradition.
BACKGROUND:
A shooting occurred in Lathrop on December 20, 2023. The case was given to LPD' s Investigation Unit, and they have worked diligently to follow up on all leads that may lead to the arrest of a suspect. In April 2024, our Investigation Unit received word that the suspect for the case was in Oklahoma. The Lathrop Police Department acted quickly to make travel arrangements for the extradition.
During criminal investigations, suspects may flee to different states to avoid arrest or prosecution. Extradition is the legal process to return a suspect to the state where the crime occurred. Extradition ensures that individuals facing criminal charges cannot evade accountability by crossing state lines. This upholds the principle of justice and facilitates cooperation between law enforcement agencies across jurisdictions and ensures that suspects face the consequences of their actions. On April 9, 2024, our officers successfully extradited the suspect back to San Joaquin County to face charges.
The total cost for the extradition was $ 4, 286. State law and the City' stravel policy require Council approval of all out-f- state travel. Due to the exigent circumstances relating to the required travel, the Lathrop Police Department was unable to seek prior authorization. Staff now seeks Council approval of the emergency out-f- state travel costs for suspect extradition.
CITY MANAGER' S REPORT PAGE 2
MAY 13, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
RATIFY OUT-F- STATE TRAVEL COSTS FOR THE LATHROP POLICE
DEPARTMENT FOR SUSPECT EXTRADITION FROM OKLAHOMA
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
State laws and the City' s travel policy require Council approval of all out-f- sate travel.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There are sufficient funds in the Lathrop Police Department' stravel budget to cover the cost of the extradition. There is no further fiscal impact.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution Ratifying Out -of -State Travel Costs for the Lathrop Police Department for Suspect Extradition from Oklahoma
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MAY 13, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
RATIFY OUT-F- STATE TRAVEL COSTS FOR THE LATHROP POLICE
DEPARTMENT FOR SUSPECT EXTRADITION FROM OKLAHOMA
APPROVALS:
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Chief of Police
Cari James Date
Finance Director
Salvador Navarrete Date
City Attorney
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Stephen J. Salvatore Date
City Manager
RESOLUTION NO. 24 -
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LATHROP TO RATIFY
OUT-F- STATE TRAVEL COSTS FOR THE LATHROP POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR
SUSPECT EXTRADITION FROM OKLAHOMA
WHEREAS, a shooting occurred in Lathrop on December 20, 2023; and WHEREAS, in April 2024, our Investigation Unit received notification that the suspect for the case was held in Oklahoma, and the Lathrop Police Department acted quickly to make travel arrangements for the extradition; and WHEREAS, on April 9, 2024, LPD officers successfully extradited the suspect back to San Joaquin County to face charges; and
WHEREAS, the total travel cost associated with the extradition were $ 4, 286; and
WHEREAS, there are sufficient funds in the Lathrop Police Department' stravel budget to cover the cost of the extradition; and
WHEREAS, State laws and the City' stravel policy requires that all out-f- state travel be approved by Council; and
WHEREAS, due to the nature of the travel, staff was unable to seek prior authorization for the out-f- state travel costs; and
WHEREAS, staff recommends Council ratify the out-f- sate travel costs for suspect extradition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Lathrop does hereby ratify the out-f- state travel costs for suspect extradition by the Lathrop Police Department from Oklahoma.
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 13th day of May 2024, by the following vote of the City Council, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Sonny Dhaliwal, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Teresa Vargas, City Clerk Salvador Navarrete, City Attorney
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