Attachment A
OPD Federal Taskforce Annual Reports
OAKLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF)
2022 Annual Report
OPD ATF Taskforce
The OPD ATF Taskforce supports firearm-related investigations. The firearm investigations are often associated with Crime Guns identified through the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN), unserialized firearms (Ghost Guns), Convicted Felons in possession of firearms, and the tracing or tracking of firearms through E-Trace. The Taskforce also provides OPD CID with access to forensic resources to support investigations involving gun violence in Oakland. The Taskforce also provides resources to the OPD Crime Gun Intelligence Center (CGIC). OPD CGIC utilizes the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN), which provides crucial intelligence about firearms-related crimes committed in Oakland and the San Francisco Bay Area. ATF Special Agents and OPD Taskforce Officer/s frequently respond to assist several Bay Area Law Enforcement Agencies and the Oakland Police Department to conduct investigations of individuals or groups who victimize Oakland residents. The Taskforce also supports the Ceasefire program in the adoption of State firearm cases involving repeated violent Felons identified through Ceasefire.
Staffing
1. Number of full and part-time OPD officers assigned to ATF Task Force: One full- time Officer. One full-time NIBIN analyst is currently assigned to OPD to assist with analytical data related to NIBIN Investigations.
2. Number of hours worked as ATF Task Force Officer: Regular 40 hours per week.
However, the current task force officer remains flexible and can be assigned to other OPD operations based on OPD needs and priorities and whether or not there are active investigations.
3. Funding source for ATF Task Force Officer Salary: OPD Budget – funded by OPD General Purpose Fund. Overtime related to ATF OPD Taskforce investigations are funded by the ATF.
Other Resources Provided
1. Communication equipment: ATF handheld radio, cellular phone & laptop computer.
2. Surveillance equipment: ATF owns and installs utility pole cameras which are utilized in some cases. A court order w/ judicial approval is required prior to any installation.
3. Clerical/administrative staff hours: NIBIN Analyst: Regular 40 hours per week.
4. Funding sources for all the above: ATF Budget.
Cases
1. Number of cases ATF Task Force Officer was assigned to: Ten – a breakdown of these cases provided below:
a) ATF was notified of a subject selling firearms. This subject would transport firearms in between states. Often this subject would utilize the federal postal service to have his firearms delivered. ATF was able to execute several search warrants and arrest this subject. b) ATF conducted a preliminary investigation in the 7200 – 7300 block of Bancroft Ave known as “Greenside” this investigation was to locate and arrest any known subjects engaged in violent behavior or in possession of firearms. c) ATF along with VCOC conducted a surveillance operation in the Brookfield area of Oakland. The object of this operation was to arrest several known gang members who had warrants issues for their arrest.
d) ATF Oakland initiated a case involving multiple subjects suspected of trafficking firearms in the California Bay Area, as well as to Mexico, primarily utilizing Instagram. The case was initiated by CHP who was monitoring the social media accounts of multiple subjects related to the case. Numerous postings of firearms trafficking have been observed, which included several firearms with identifiable serial numbers. Firearm traces were initiated on the serial numbers which traced back to a straw purchaser in Utah which already had enforcement action initiated by ATF SLC. It was later discovered that the targets of the Utah investigation were trafficking firearms from Utah to Oakland where they were sold to individuals including the Oakland based trafficking group. To date, ATF has executed six federal search warrants and four federal arrest warrants regarding this case. Approximately 22 firearms have been recovered to date, and all SW's/AW's have been executed without incident. The subject has participated in numerous conversations about the sale and purchase of firearms, including machineguns, AK-47's and AR-15's.
e) San Leandro PD issued an arrest warrant of a subject for armed robbery. San Leandro detectives and OPD collaborated and shared information and were able to positively identify the subject and his vehicle used in the robbery. The subject appeared in San Francisco Federal courts on a separate sentencing hearing. After the hearing, the subject was taken into custody for his outstanding warrant by ATF. The subject was transported to San Leandro PD. While the subject was in custody, a search warrant was executed at their residence in Oakland and a firearm was recovered.
f) California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) attempted a compliance check of a subject at his listed Parole address. The subject fled the residence upon the Parole Agents arrival. A parole search of his residence was conducted revealing two rifles (PMFs) and a pistol with an obliterated serial number. ATF conducted a separate search warrant and arrested the subject.
g) US Marshalls and ATF conducted a surveillance operation for a subject who had an outstanding warrant out of Texas. A firearm was located during the arrest. Future federal charges are pending.
h) ATF CI informed ATF of an individual engaged in trafficking firearms and Glock switches.
Over the course, the CI and TFO purchased various firearms, silencers, and a Glock switch from the subject through five undercover buy/walk operations. A search warrant was conducted and over 700 switches and various illegal firearms were recovered.
2. Number of “duty to warn” cases: None
3. General types of cases: Firearms investigations, NIBIN/CGIC investigations and Federally adopted State firearm cases.
4. Number of times the ATF asked OPD to perform/OPD declined to perform: None. a. Reason for OPD declination (e.g. insufficient resources, local/state law): N/A
Note: When criteria is met for federal charging, consideration is provided to ATF through a task force officer.
Operations
1. Number of times use of undercover officers were approved: 0
2. Number of instances where OPD Task Force officer managed informants: 0
3. Number of cases involving informants that ATF Task Force Officer worked on:
All cases except adopted cases.
4. Number of requests from outside agencies (e.g. ICE) for records or data of OPD:
None.
a. Number of such requests that were denied: N/A
b. Reason for denial: N/A
5. Whether ATF Task Force Officer was involved in any cases where USPER (U.S. person status) information was collected: No.
Training and Compliance
1. Description of training given to ATF Task Force Officer by OPD to ensure compliance with Oakland and California law: The OPD officer assigned to the ATF Task Force follows all OPD policies and has received several trainings, including but not limited to: continual professional training, Procedural Justice Training and annual firearms training. The officer has also reviewed all provisions of the ATF Task Force MOU.
2. Date of last training update: Continuous Professional Training, 2022, Undercover course.
3. Frequency with which ATF Task Force Officer briefs OPD supervisor on cases:
Weekly
Actual and Potential Violations of Local/State Law
1. Number of actual violations: There were zero reportable potential or actual violations of law or policy during the reporting period.
2. Number of potential violations: Same answer as above.
3. Actions taken to address actual or potential violations: The officer follows OPD policies. OPD leadership consults with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that all policies conform to State and Federal laws.
4. Recommendations by OPD to address prevention of future violations: OPD will continue to consult with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that personnel continue to follow federal, state, and local laws and policies. Going forward, they will consult on a
biannual basis. OPD will also consult with the Privacy Advisory Commission about any proposed changes.
Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC)
1. Whether OPD Task Force Officer submits SARs to NCRIC: No
2. Whether OPD officer receives SAR information: No
Command Structure for OPD Task Force Officer
1. Reports to whom at ATF? Resident Agent in Charge (RAC) Christopher Bailey.
2. Reports to whom at OPD? Act Lieutenant Steve Valle.
OAKLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
FBI Child Exploitation Taskforce
2022 Annual Report
OPD FBI Child Exploitation Taskforce Mission:
The mission of the Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force (CEHTTF) is to provide a rapid, proactive, and intelligence-driven investigative response to the sexual victimization of children, other crimes against children, and human trafficking within the FBI’s jurisdiction; to identify and rescue victims of child exploitation and human trafficking; to reduce the vulnerability of children and adults to sexual exploitation and abuse; to reduce the negative impact of domestic and international parental rights disputes; and to strengthen the capabilities of the FBI and federal, state, local, and international law enforcement through training, intelligence- sharing, technical support, and investigative assistance.
The taskforce follows the following goals and priorities:
1. To rescue victims of sex trafficking that are being exploited on both city streets and through internet crimes.
2. To arrest those individuals who are in violation of prostituted related offenses including 647(a), 647(b), 653.23 P.C, 266 PC, 236.1 PC.
3. To gather intelligence and possibly initiate/pursue investigations on cases involving Human Trafficking or other criminal acts.
4. To assist OPD/FBI investigators on any open/active criminal case. Utilize Federal, state, and local resources to locate victims of Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation and look for opportunities to prosecute the subjects Federally.
The defined priority threats that are aligned with the mission of the CEHTTFs are:
1. Child Abductions (Non-Ransom and Ransom)
2. Production/Manufacturing of Child Pornography
3. Sextortion
4. Electronic Groups/Organizations/Enterprises for Profit
5. Travelers/Enticement
6. Traders/Distributors of Child Pornography
7. Interstate Transportation of a Minor with Intent that Minor Engage in Any Illegal Sexual Activity
8. Human Trafficking
9. Child Sex Trafficking
10. Adult Sex Trafficking
11. Forced Labor
12. Domestic Servitude
13. International Parental Kidnapping
14. Possessors of Child Pornography
15. Child Sex Tourism
16. Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution – Parental Kidnapping
17. All other Crimes Against Children and Human Trafficking matters within the FBI’s jurisdiction
Staffing
1. Number of full and part time Oakland Police Department (OPD officers assigned to FBI Task Force: All Part-Time: (1 Lieutenant, 1 Sergeant and 2 Officers work Part-time Overtime Juvenile Rescue and Internet Crimes Against Children Operations)
2. Number of hours worked as FBI Task Force Officer: Each part-time TFO works on average 8 hours a week.
3. Funding source for FBI Task Force Officer salary: FBI
Other Resources Provided
1. Communication equipment: OPD handheld radio, cellular phone
2. Surveillance equipment: Cellebrite machine, GoPro camera
3. Clerical/administrative staff hours: None
4. Clerical/administrative equipment: laptop computers, hard drives, vehicle usage
5. Funding sources for all the above: OPD Budget funds all OPD personnel standard salary and benefits; the FBI in 2022 reimbursed OPD for overtime expenses worked by the federally-deputized OPD members.
Cases
1. Number of cases FBI Task Force Officer was assigned to: 7 separate cases; the taskforce conducted over 43 operations in the city of Oakland related to these cases.
The results were the following:
a. One hundred and twenty-three (123) female adults were arrested for solicitation of prostitution (647(a) and (b) PC). They were all offered resources by a combination of several non-profit sexual assault advocate agencies. b. Sixty (60) male adults were arrested for solicitation of prostitution (647(a) and (b) PC). The Special Victim Section followed up with “Dear John” letters to applicable residences.
c. Eleven (11) female juveniles were rescued from Human trafficking. They were all provided resources by a combination of several non-profit sexual assault advocate agencies.
d. Nine (9) sex traffickers were arrested and charged with human trafficking (236.1, 266 PC) as a direct result of operations.
e. The OPD/FBI VICE/Child Exploitation Unit Task Force vetted hundreds of child pornography cyber tips in 2022. This resulted in over 100 search warrants.
Seven (7) subjects were arrested and prosecuted for Child Pornography (311.11 PC).
f. The OPD/FBI VICE/Child Exploitation Unit Task Force has provided unmarked vehicles for the use of human trafficking investigations and operations. g. In September 2022, The OPD/FBI VICE/Child Exploitation Unit Task Force received a cyber tip regarding an active sexual assault that was documented in child pornography. The OPD/FBI VICE/Child Exploitation Unit Task Force quickly executed arrest and search warrants. (Oakland PD RD#22-040972).
1. Number of “duty to warn” cases: None
2. General types of cases: Human Trafficking and Internet Crimes
3. Number of times the FBI asked OPD to perform/OPD declined to perform: None a. Reason for OPD declination (e.g. insufficient resources, local/state law): N/A
Operations
1. Number of times OPD officers were involved in undercover investigations: 43 Operations that included undercover officers
2. Number of instances where OPD Task Force officer managed informants: None
3. Number of informant-involved cases in which the OPD FBI Task Force Officer actively participated: None
4. Number of requests from outside agencies (e.g. ICE) for records or data of OPD:
None
a. Number of such requests that were denied: N/A
b. Reason for denial: N/A
5. Whether FBI Task Force Officer was involved in any cases where USPER (U.S. person status) information was collected: No
Training and Compliance
1. Description of training given to FBI Task Force Officer by OPD to ensure compliance with Oakland and California law: The OPD officer assigned to the FBI Task Force follows all OPD policies and has received several police trainings, including but not limited to: Continual Professional Training (CPT), Procedural Justice Training and annual firearms training. OPD VICE/CEU Officers have attended collaborative FBI surveillance training and monthly Innocence Lost meetings. The officer has also reviewed all provisions of the FBI Task Force MOU.
2. Date of last training update: FBI taskforce training in April 2022
3. Frequency with which FBI Task Force Officer briefs OPD supervisor on cases: Weekly
Actual and Potential Violations of Local/State Law
1. Number of actual violations: There were zero reportable potential or actual violations of law or policy during the reporting period.
2. Number of potential violations: Same answer as above.
3. Actions taken to address actual or potential violations: The officer follows OPD policies. OPD leadership consults with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that all policies conform to State and Federal laws.
4. Recommendations by OPD to address prevention of future violations: OPD will continue to consult with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that personnel continue to follow federal, state, and local laws and policies. Going forward, they will consult on a biannual basis. OPD will also consult with the Privacy Advisory Commission about any proposed changes.
Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC)
1. Whether OPD Task Force Officer submits SARs to NCRIC: No.
2. Whether OPD officer receives SAR information: No.
Command Structure for OPD Task Force Officer
1. Reports to whom at FBI? Resident Agent in Charge (RAC) Martha Parker
2. Reports to whom at OPD? Task Officer reports to Sergeant of the SVS/VICE unit, who is currently Sgt. Marcos Campos. The Sergeant reports to the Lieutenant of Special Victims Section is Lt. Alan Yu.
OAKLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI)
Violent Crimes / Safe Streets Taskforce
2022 Annual Report
OPD FBI Violent Crimes Taskforce
The OPD FBI Violent Crimes Taskforce which falls under The FBI’s Safe Streets initiative, is a collaborative effort to address violence crimes within our community. The task force pursues violent gangs through sustained, proactive, coordinated and intelligence led investigations to obtain prosecutions that will further public safety while reducing harm and law enforcement's footprint.
Staffing
4. Number of full and part time OPD officers assigned to FBI Task Force: Two full- time officers.
5. Number of hours worked as FBI Task Force Officer: Regular 40 hours per week.
However, the task force officers are often assigned to other OPD operations based on OPD needs and priorities and whether there are active investigations.
6. Funding source for FBI Task Force Officer salary: OPD Budget.
Other Resources Provided
6. Communication equipment: None.
7. Surveillance equipment: None.
8. Clerical/administrative staff hours: None.
9. Funding sources for all the above: OPD Budget.
Cases
4. Number of cases FBI Task Force Officer was assigned to: Fourteen – a breakdown of these cases provided below:
a. Three of the cases are ongoing homicide and felony assault cases involving criminal street gangs in the City of Oakland, as well as other Bay Area cities. b. There are eleven additional ongoing homicide cases in which the FBI Evidence Response Team (ERT) has processed evidence in these cases. The cases are all still ongoing; therefore, more detailed information cannot be released currently.
5. Number of “duty to warn” cases: N/A
6. General types of cases: Homicides and Felony Assault cases involving suspects identified in violent gangs / groups.
7. Number of times the FBI asked OPD to perform/OPD declined to perform: None.
a. Reason for OPD declination (e.g. insufficient resources, local/state law): N/A
Operations
6. Number of times OPD officers were involved in undercover investigations: Three
7. Number of instances where OPD Task Force officer managed informants: None.
8. Number of informant-involved cases in which the OPD FBI Task Force Officer actively participated: Three.
9. Number of requests from outside agencies (e.g. ICE) for records or data of OPD:
None.
c. Number of such requests that were denied: N/A
d. Reason for denial: N/A
10. Whether FBI Task Force Officer was involved in any cases where USPER (U.S. person status) information was collected: No.
Training and Compliance
4. Description of training given to FBI Task Force Officer by OPD to ensure compliance with Oakland and California law: The OPD officers assigned to the FBI Task Force follow all OPD policies and are required to attend and comply with all trainings requirements for OPD officers. They are all currently up to date with their required annual / policy trainings. The officers have also reviewed all provisions of the FBI Task Force MOU.
5. Date of last training update: December 2022
6. Frequency with which FBI Task Force Officer briefs OPD supervisor on cases: Weekly
Actual and Potential Violations of Local/State Law
5. Number of actual violations: There were zero reportable potential or actual violations of law or policy during the reporting period.
6. Number of potential violations: Same answer as above.
7. Actions taken to address actual or potential violations: The officers follow OPD policies. OPD leadership consults with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that all policies conform to State and Federal laws.
8. Recommendations by OPD to address prevention of future violations: OPD will continue to consult with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that personnel continue to follow federal, state, and local laws and policies. OPD will also consult with the Privacy Advisory Commission about any proposed changes.
Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC)
3. Whether OPD Task Force Officer submits SARs to NCRIC: No.
4. Whether OPD officer receives SAR information: No.
Command Structure for OPD Task Force Officer
3. Reports to whom at FBI? Supervisory Special Agent Darin Heideman
4. Reports to whom at OPD? Lieutenant Hamann Nguyen
OAKLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Task Force
2022 Annual Report
OPD DEA Task Force
The DEA State and Local Task Force combines federal leverage and the specialists available to the DEA with state and local officers’ investigative talents and detailed knowledge of their jurisdiction to lead drug law enforcement investigations. The DEA shares resources with state and local officers, thereby increasing the investigative possibilities available to all. Participation in DEA Task Forces also allows the DEA to pay for the overtime and investigative expenses of participating police agencies.
Staffing
7. Number of full and part time Oakland Police Department (OPD officers assigned to DEA Task Force: One full-time officer
8. Number of hours worked as DEA Task Force Officer: Regular 40 hours per week.
9. Funding source for DEA Task Force Officer salary: OPD Budget
Other Resources Provided
10. Communication equipment: OPD handheld radio, cellular phone
11. Surveillance equipment: None.
12. Clerical/administrative staff hours: None
13. Funding sources for all the above: OPD Budget
Cases
8. Number of cases DEA Task Force Officer was assigned to: – case detail breakdown:
The goal of the Taskforce is to conduct targeted investigations into specific drug trafficking organizations (DTO) and the individuals within the DTOs who are engaged in high level narcotics distribution and trafficking. By conducting these longer federal investigations, the Taskforce can ensure entire DTO’s are dismantled. Confronting and weakening DTOs closes off specific avenues in which drugs flow into the community.
The Taskforce focuses primarily on heroin, methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine trafficking; the Taskforce does not conduct any marijuana investigations.
Below is a summary of the cases worked on in 2022:
Oakland RO TFG Airport Interdiction
Oakland Resident Office Taskforce group (RO TFG) have been working in conjunction with the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office, Oakland International Airport Insider Threat Task Force. Oakland International Airport is a transit point for drug trafficking and bulk cash smuggling. To date, Oakland RO TFG have seized approximately $220,000 in bulk currency suspected to be drug proceeds or utilized to facilitate drug trafficking.
It should be noted that the TFO position was vacant for most of the year. The current TFO joined the task force in January 2023, and is currently undergoing DEA training.
9. Number of “duty to warn” cases: None
10. General types of cases: Narcotics investigations and money laundering investigations
11. Number of times the DEA asked OPD to perform/OPD declined to perform: None b. Reason for OPD declination (e.g. insufficient resources, local/state law): N/A
Operations
11. Number of times OPD officers were involved in undercover investigations: OPD personnel were assigned in plain clothes or undercover capacity to approximately six investigations.
12. Number of instances where OPD Task Force officer managed informants: OPD TFO has three active informants.
13. Number of informant-involved cases in which the OPD DEA Task Force Officer actively participated: All
14. Number of requests from outside agencies (e.g. ICE) for records or data of OPD:
None
e. Number of such requests that were denied: N/A
f. Reason for denial: N/A
15. Whether DEA Task Force Officer was involved in any cases where USPER (U.S. person status) information was collected: No
Training and Compliance
7. Description of training given to DEA Task Force Officer by OPD to ensure compliance with Oakland and California law: The OPD officer assigned to the DEA Task Force follows all OPD policies and has received several police trainings, including but not limited to: continual professional training, Procedural Justice Training and annual firearms training. The officer has also reviewed all provisions of the DEA Task Force MOU.
8. Date of last training update: Continuous professional training (CPT) (yearly).
9. Frequency with which DEA Task Force Officer briefs OPD supervisor on cases: Weekly
Actual and Potential Violations of Local/State Law
9. Number of actual violations: There were zero reportable potential or actual violations of law or policy during the reporting period.
10. Actions taken to address actual or potential violations: The officer follows OPD policies, except where DEA policies are more restrictive. OPD leadership consults with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that all policies conform with State and Federal laws. Going forward, OPD will consult with the Office of the City Attorney on a biannual basis.
11. Recommendations by OPD to address prevention of future violations: OPD will continue to consult with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that personnel continue to follow federal, state, and local laws and policies. OPD will also consult with the Privacy Advisory Commission about any proposed changes.
Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC)
5. Whether OPD Task Force Officer submits SARs to NCRIC: No.
6. Whether OPD officer receives SAR information: No.
Command Structure for OPD Task Force Officer
5. Reports to whom at DEA? HIDTA Task Force Group Supervisor Justin Zapanta.
6. Reports to whom at OPD? Act. Lieutenant Steve Valle.
OAKLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
United States Marshals Service (USMS)
2022 Annual Report
OPD USMS Taskforce
The USMS is responsible for enforcing federal court orders and serves as the administrative custodian of all federal warrants until they are executed or dismissed. The USMS also manages warrant information, investigates fugitive matters and executes arrest warrants.
The U.S. Marshals have a long history of providing assistance and expertise to other law enforcement agencies in support of fugitive investigations. The USMS Task Forces (TF) does not conduct an independent investigation of possible criminal activity. The USMS only seeks to apprehend individuals with active arrest warrants issued for them related to crimes which have targeted local residents. These crimes include murder, rape, child molestation, robberies, felony assaults, and large-scale fraud operations. USMS TFs work by leveraging local police intel as well as well as other data sources (e.g., database searches, open-source social media inquiries, and interviews of associates/ and family members).
Staffing
10. Number of full and part time OPD officers assigned to USMS Task Force: One full- time officer.
11. Number of hours worked as USMS Task Force Officer: Regular 40 hours per week.
However, the OPD officer is sometimes asked to assist with OPD operations. The work assignment of this officer is based on OPD needs and priorities and whether there are active investigations.
12. Funding source for USMS Task Force Officer salary: The salary comes from the Violent Crime Operations Center (VCOC) organization funding code 102342.
Other Resources Provided
Communication equipment: OPD/USMS radio, cellular phone, laptop.
14. Surveillance equipment: None.
15. Clerical/administrative staff hours: None.
16. Funding sources for all the above: USMS Funds
Cases
1. Number of cases USMS Task Force Officer was assigned to: 118; a breakdown of fugitive apprehensions by originating crime type is provided below.
Originating Crime Type Leading To Warrant Amount
Homicide 25
Robbery 25
Assault 20
Weapons Charges 21
Burglary 5
Rape 3
Aiding Escapee 2
Molesting a Minor 0
Kidnapping 2
Other (e.g. Hit and Run, PAL*, Probation) 15
Total 118
*PAL=parolee at large
2. Number of “duty to warn” cases: None
3. General types of cases: Local, state, and federal criminal arrest warrants.
4. Number of times USMS asked OPD to perform/OPD declined to perform: None b. Reason for OPD declination (e.g. insufficient resources, local/state law): N/A
Operations
16. Number of times OPD officers were involved in undercover investigations: None.
17. Number of instances where OPD Task Force officer managed informants: None.
18. Number of informant-involved cases in which the OPD USMS Task Force Officer actively participated: None.
19. Number of requests from outside agencies (e.g., ICE) for records or data of OPD:
None.
g. Number of such requests that were denied: N/A
h. Reason for denial: N/A
20. Whether USMS Task Force Officer was involved in any cases where USPER (U.S. person status) information was collected: No.
Training and Compliance
10. Description of training given to USMS Task Force Officer by OPD to ensure compliance with Oakland and California law: The OPD officer assigned to the USMS Fugitive Task Force follows all OPD policies and procedures, and has received several police trainings, including, but not limited to Continuous Professional Training (CPT), procedural justice training, and annual firearms training.
11. Date of last training update: June 2021 CPT conducted on a yearly basis.
12. Frequency with which USMS Task Force Officer briefs OPD supervisor on cases: Daily.
Actual and Potential Violations of Local/State Law
Number of actual violations: There were zero reportable potential or actual violations of law or policy during the reporting period.
12. Actions taken to address actual or potential violations: The Task Force Officer follows OPD policies. USMS Task Force Supervisor meets with OPD VCOC supervisor and commander weekly. OPD leadership consults with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that all policies conform with State and Federal laws. Going forward OPD will consult with City Attorney on a biannual basis.
13. Recommendations by OPD to address prevention of future violations: OPD will continue to consult with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that personnel continue to follow federal, state, and local laws and policies. OPD will also consult with the Privacy Advisory Commission about any proposed changes.
Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC)
7. Whether OPD Task Force Officer submits SARs to NCRIC: No.
8. Whether OPD officer receives SAR information: No.
Command Structure for OPD Task Force Officer
7. Reports to whom at USMS? U.S. Marshal Assistant Chief Inspector Gerry Gutierrez.
8. Reports to whom at OPD? Act. Lieutenant Steve Valle.
OAKLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
Secret Service
2022 Annual Report
OPD United States Secret Service (USSS) Agreement
OPD and the USSS formalized an agreement related to the USSS Bay Area Identify Theft Strike Force / Electronic Crimes Task Force (“Task Force”). The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed by both parties in 2009 and articulates rules for reimbursement of participating OPD officers when working overtime on official Task Force investigations.
Staffing
13. Number of full and part time OPD officers assigned to USSS Task Force: One part- time officer, who also assists in Criminal Investigations Division (CID) general Crimes.
14. Number of hours worked as USSS Task Force Officer: Currently the task force officer spends most of his time in the General Crimes office and works with the USSS to assist with active investigations as needed. The assigned officer also uses the USSS task force to assist with digital forensic searches including computers and cell phones.
15. Funding source for USSS Task Force Officer salary: OPD Budget – funded by OPD General Purpose Fund.
Other Resources Provided
17. Communication equipment: OPD handheld radio, cellular phone.
18. Surveillance equipment: None.
19. Clerical/administrative staff hours: None.
20. Funding sources for all the above: OPD Budget.
Cases
5. Number of cases USSS Task Force Officer was assigned to: This past year the USSS assisted OPD with approximately fifteen cell phone searches for felony assault and robbery investigations. The USSS has provided OPD with equipment and training to download video surveillance from digital video recorders (DVR’s). The USSS also provided OPD with equipment and training to conduct investigations on digital currency investigations.
6. General types of cases: Fraud and identity theft investigations
7. Number of times the USSS asked OPD to perform/OPD declined to perform: None. c. Reason for OPD declination (e.g., insufficient resources, local/state law): N/A
Operations
21. Number of times OPD officers were involved in undercover investigations: None
22. Number of instances where OPD Task Force officer managed informants: None.
23. Number of informant-involved cases in which the OPD USSS Task Force Officer actively participated: None
24. Number of requests from outside agencies (e.g., ICE) for records or data of OPD:
None.
i. Number of such requests that were denied: N/A
j. Reason for denial: N/A
25. Whether USSS Task Force Officer was involved in any cases where USPER (U.S. person status) information was collected: No.
Training and Compliance
13. Description of training given to USSS Task Force Officer by OPD to ensure compliance with Oakland and California law: The OPD officer assigned to the USSS Task Force follows all OPD policies and has received several trainings, including but not limited to: continual professional training (CPT), Procedural Justice Training and annual firearms training. The officer has also reviewed all provisions of the USSS Task Force MOU.
14. Date of last training: Sep 2021 CPT. January 2022 video surveillance recovery, September 2023 Digital currency investigations.
15. Frequency with which USSS Task Force Officer briefs OPD supervisor on cases: Daily
Actual and Potential Violations of Local/State Law
1. Number of actual violations There were zero reportable potential or actual violations of law or policy during the reporting period.
2. Number of potential violations: Same answer as above.
3. A ctions taken to address actual or potential violations: The officer follows OPD policies. OPD leadership consults with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that all policies conform to State and Federal laws.
4. Recommendations by OPD to address prevention of future violations: OPD will continue to consult with the Office of the City Attorney to ensure that personnel continue to follow federal, state, and local laws and policies. Going forward, they will consult on a biannual basis. OPD will also consult with the Privacy Advisory Commission about any proposed changes.
Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC)
9. Whether OPD Task Force Officer submits SARs to NCRIC: No.
10. Whether OPD officer receives SAR information: No.
Command Structure for OPD Task Force Officer
9. Reports to whom at USSS? Special Agent in Charge (SAIC) Sean Bradstreet
10. Reports to whom at OPD? Sergeant Alexis Nash and Lieutenant Omar Daza-Quiroz