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Findings and Recommendations 12 findings
F1
in California, along with Los Angeles and San Diego. City Response: Agree The emphasis in human trafficking cases has shifted from solely prosecution to
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R1
incorporating expanded training for officers assigned to trafficking-related duties.
F2
a "victim-centered" approach in which the needs of persons who have been trafficked receive equal consideration. City Response: Agree Effectively identifying and apprehending traffickers requires knowledge of the
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R2
increasing collaboration with State and federal law enforcement to expand "sweeps" and "stings" in high crime areas. The recommendation has been implemented. The Pleasant Hill Police
F3
local environment and criminal activities acquired through years of experience. Agree. Knowledge of criminal activity is vital. However, training, partnering City Response: with subject matter experts, and the development of criminal intelligence is more significant than years of experience. Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-3323 - (925) 671-5270 www.pleasanthillca.org ٠,٠
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R3
the benefits of assigning multidisciplinary teams in areas with significant drug, gang, and/or prostitution activity to assist in identifying trafficking activities. The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented
F4
Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired through working with more experienced officers and victim advocates. City Response: Agree
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F5
The required two-hour POST Training Video in dealing with human trafficking complaints provides a general basis, but more intensive training found in the POST 2014 training manual contains in-depth coverage of the issues important to officers assigned to trafficking cases. City Response: Agree Successful apprehension and prosecution of traffickers often involves
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F6
coordination and cooperation among local, State, and federal agencies. City Response: Agree
No recommendations for this finding
F7
City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have no comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims. More data that is complete is needed to define the magnitude of the problem and to support decisions about victim services and resource allocation. City Response: Agree
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F8
City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department does not always use resources offered by state and federal for joint "sting" and "sweep" operations. City Response: Agree Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its
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F9
victims often have a history of abuse and trauma. City Response: Agree The use of specialist multidisciplinary teams in high crime areas can increase
No recommendations for this finding
F10
the likelihood that trafficking will be recognized as a component of other crimes. City Response: Agree Public awareness is a critical factor in identifying potential human trafficking
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F11
activity. City Response: Agree A comprehensive approach to dealing with human trafficking includes robust
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F14
community engagement; training law enforcement in responding to human trafficking incidents; vigorous prosecution of perpetrators; education of and advocacy to policy makers; and wrap-around services for victims/survivors. City Response: Agree
No recommendations for this finding
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