Sheriff's audit report lists body camera, search documentation and grant findings

Internal and state audits found deputies at four East Patrol stations failed to activate body cameras and to document searches, with state grant costs questioned.

Board of Supervisors· posted Aug 19Report$45K

Audits of Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department stations found deputies did not always turn on body cameras during stops or document searches, and state reviewers questioned $45,056.45 and $38,124.98 in off-highway vehicle grant charges at the Santa Clarita Station. The findings go to the Board of Supervisors' Audit Committee, with most corrections marked partially implemented.

What happens next

Follow-up dates for partially implemented findings are listed as to be determined.

Named in this record
  • Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department 15
  • Audit and Accountability Bureau
  • California Department of Parks and Recreation, OHMVR Division
  • California Department of Finance Office of State Audits and Evaluations
  • Santa Clarita Station
  • Industry Station
  • Temple Station
  • San Dimas Station

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San Dimas Station
San Dimas Station

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