25-042 California Mandated "Purpose Code" Entry
Department Notice
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The California Values Act generally prohibits California law enforcement agencies (LEAs) from using resources to investigate, interrogate, detain, detect, or arrest persons for immigration enforcement purposes.
The purpose of this Notice is to remind Level II users of the mandatory Cal DOJ guidelines set forth by AB 17471 pertaining to use of the CLETS system, and to notify users that Cal DOJ bas removed Purpose Code "U" - Investigative Violations of Section 1325 of Title 8.
CLETS mask purpose codes can be entered in Level II in the "CLETS Purpose Code" field, where now only two options will be available in the drop-down menu.
For Purpose code "C" in Level II, wording is included to remind users conducting III Mask checks to use this code for the majority of investigations.
Please do not hesitate to contact redacted, SFPD CLETS administrator, at redacted or redacted for any questions regarding the proper use and completion of this, or any criminal history mask.
/s/
WILLIAM SCOTT
Chief of Police
Per DN 23-152, all sworn & non-sworn members shall electronically acknowledge this Department document in PowerDMS within (30) thirty calendar days of issuance. Members whose duties are relevant to this document shall be held responsible for compliance. Any questions regarding this policy should be sent to [email protected] who will provide additional information.