San Diego County Grand Jury
• 2014-2015
Officer Involved Shootings of Aggressive Dogs
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Findings 2 findings
F01
San Diego County law enforcement agencies could improve the safety of their officers and minimize harm to dogs if they offered training and established policies and procedures for their officers on dealing with aggressive and dangerous dogs.
F02
San Diego County law enforcement agencies could improve their stature with the local community and improve their safety by providing education/information on the responsibilities of dog owners and how offices will deal with aggressive and dangerous dogs. COMMENDATION The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department should be commended for taking a proactive approach to officer involved dog shootings within San Diego County. Its proactive approach should result in a safer environment for their officers and minimize the need to harm dogs.
Recommendations 4
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15-10Page 5Provide copies of its "Officer Involved Aggressive Dog Shootings"
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15-11Page 5Educate and inform their communities on citizen's responsibilities
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15-12Page 5Implement specialized training to its Officers on how to deal with
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15-13Page 5Implement policies and procedures for dealing with aggressive dogs.
Commendations 1
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CM1The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department should be commended for taking a proactive approach to officer involved dog shootings within San Diego County. Its proactive approach should result in a safer environment for their officers and minimize the need to harm dogs.