CALIFORNIA ELECTRONIC INTERCEPTIONS REPORT

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1 CALIFORNIA ELECTRONIC INTERCEPTIONS REPORT Annual Report to the Legislature 2016

2 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE XAVIER BECERRA General Division of Criminal Law Appeals, Writs & Trials Section This annual report is available on the California General s website:

3 Table of Contents Executive Summary...1 Table 1: Arrests and Convictions Resulting from Electronic Interceptions During Calendar Year Table 2: General Description of Electronic Interceptions...4 Table 3: Electronic Interception Court Activity...5 Table 4: Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions...6 Table 4A: Previously Unreported Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions...37 Table 5: Penal Code Section Report...38 Table 6: Costs of Electronic Interceptions...63 Table 6A: Previously Unreported Costs of Electronic Interceptions...86 Table 7: No Electronic Interception Activity During Calendar Year Table 8: Summary of Supplemental Reports for Interceptions Conducted in Prior Years...88 Table 9: List of Electronic Interception Orders Approved But Never Installed or Not Used Calendar Year Appendix A: Penal Code section Report by General...92

4 Executive Summary The 2016 General s Electronic Interceptions Report is issued in compliance with Penal Code section , and can be referenced on the General s website at: Electronic intercepts are legally sanctioned surveillance of electronic communications for law enforcement purposes and continue to be a vital force in the battle against criminal elements. This report contains electronic interception data and describes how electronic intercepts have enhanced the ability of law enforcement to identify and dismantle drug trafficking organizations (DTO), solve serious and violent crimes, and incapacitate criminal street gangs. DTO s, criminal street gangs, and individuals involved in criminal offenses often use telecommunications to advance illegal objectives such as money laundering, drug trafficking, and murder. Through the use of court-authorized electronic intercepts, law enforcement has an effective tool to investigate and prevent crimes. From intelligence-gathering to arrests, several counties provide examples demonstrating that intercepts are essential tools to combat the ever-changing criminal element Riverside County (2015-RIV-2228) used electronic intercepts to arrest seven people, and seize $229,965 in narcotics proceeds, 6.2 pounds of methamphetamine, 45 kilograms of heroin, and 10 kilograms of cocaine. San Bernardino County (2016-SBD-650, 661, 699, 705) used electronic intercepts to disrupt extensive gang activity and solve multiple murders. These investigations led to the arrests of 74 gang members and the seizure of narcotics and firearms. San Diego County (2016-SD-232) used electronic intercepts to arrest 17 people and dismantle a sophisticated money laundering organization (MLO). Agents successfully seized two million dollars of narcotics proceeds and a residential property valued at two million dollars. San Joaquin County (2016-SJ-83) utilized electronic intercepts to arrest 58 gang members, prevent five armed robberies and multiple shootings, discover a human trafficking ring, and solve a homicide. Santa Clara County (2016-SCL-7) worked with federal agents to dismantle a transnational criminal organization that was responsible for four homicides and illegal gambling. The investigation led to 24 arrests, the seizure of five firearms, 69 illegal gambling machines, and more than one million dollars in narcotics proceeds, and narcotics. Though the report is divided into separate tables, the tables should be read in conjunction with one another to evaluate the impact intercepts have on public safety. Tables 1, 2, and 3 reflect the statistics of arrest, conviction, nature of intercept orders, and post-intercept court activity. Table 4 contains a description of and optional commentary for each intercept. Table 5 represents compliance with the inventory notice requirement given to those who were subjected to intercepts. 1

5 Table 6 shows the cost of each intercept. Table 7 lists counties with no intercepts to report. Table 8 provides supplemental information for intercepts approved prior to 2016 but completed later. Finally, Table 9 lists electronic intercept orders that were never used. If you have any questions or comments about this report, please contact the Criminal Law Division of the General s Office at (916)

6 Table 1 Arrests and Convictions Resulting from Electronic Interceptions 1 Number of Persons Arrested Arrest Offenses Conviction Offenses Number of Persons Convicted No. of Applications Total Avg. per Order Murder Gang Narcotics Terrorism Kidnapping Other Murder Gang Narcotics Terrorism Kidnapping Other Total Avg. per Order Alameda Contra Costa Fresno Imperial Los Angeles Orange Riverside Sacramento San Bernardino San Diego San Joaquin San Luis Obispo Santa Barbara Santa Clara Sonoma Stanislaus Ventura Total: Any disparity between Number of Persons Arrested and Number of Persons Convicted may be attributed to the fact that a number of those arrested are pending either changes or trial, processes that could take a period of time, or that the intercept is part of a larger-scale ongoing investigation. 3

7 Table 2 General Description of Electronic Interceptions Targeted Offenses (Offenses Specified in Order) Targeted Location Targeted Device No. of Applications Murder Gang Narcotics Terrorism Kidnapping Other Residence Business Public Area Portable device Other Cell Phone Land Line Pager Computer Other Alameda Contra Costa Fresno Imperial Los Angeles Orange Riverside Sacramento San Bernardino San Diego San Joaquin San Luis Obispo Santa Barbara Santa Clara Sonoma Stanislaus Ventura

8 Table 3 Electronic Interception Orders Issued by Judges And Court Activity 2 Number of Intercept Orders Applications Granted Modified/Amended Denied Not Installed/ Installed Not Used Applications Number of Extensions Granted Modified/Amended Denied Not Installed/ Installed Not Used Average Length Total Duration of Wiretaps Requested Days Actual Days Avg. per Order Motions to Suppress Granted Denied Pending Number of Trials Resulting from Intercepts Alameda Contra Costa Fresno Imperial Los Angeles Orange Riverside Sacramento San Bernardino San Diego San Joaquin San Luis Obispo Santa Barbara Santa Clara Sonoma Stanislaus Ventura The purpose of obtaining electronic intercept evidence is not always trial-focused and may relate to further investigation at the state or federal levels for crime prevention. 5

9 Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 Alameda 2016-ALA This was a wiretap on a cold case murder. Though this wiretap did not lead to any direct arrests at this time, it did provide valuable information on several suspect leads ALA See Wiretap No ALA ALA See Wiretap No ALA ALA See Wiretap No ALA ALA See Wiretap No ALA ALA See Wiretap No ALA-62. Contra Costa 2017-CC The wiretap was part of an investigation into a 2015 murder. Though the information was not sufficient to file homicide charges, it was sufficient to file firearm/gang charges CC , The wire was initiated to investigate a series of murders and attempted murders by a gang. Almost immediately upon interception, law enforcement identified a series of residential burglaries, robberies, and carjackings that this gang was involved in. 6 gang members were apprehended. In addition, firearms were seized and leads were developed to firther investigate the shootings that were the original impetus for the wire CC , CC , CC , CC , CC , CC , CC , A multi-agency task force initiated this wiretap investigation and successfully put an end to a tremendous amount of violent gang activity in a specific area of the county for the past 5 years CC , See Wiretap No CC CC , See Wiretap No CC-9. Fresno 2016-FR , Comments are not mandated and may be edited. 6

10 Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Fresno Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2016-FR , FR , FR FR , FR , FR FR , FR FR FR FR FR , FR , FR , FR FR-23 1,743 94, FR , FR , FR , FR , FR , FR , FR , FR , FR , FR , FR , FR , FR FR , FR , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 31 gang members were arrested on state and federal charges including conspiracy to commit murder in aid of racketeering, human trafficking, and fraud in aid of racketeering. Several were also charged with transporting subjects for commercial sex acts. 13 vehicles were seized as well as $182,000. To date there has been a decrease in shootings and violence perpetrated by this gang. As a result of this wiretap, agents were able to dismantle a group of individuals who were trafficking in the sales of methamphetamine and cocaine. 7

11 Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 Fresno 2016-FR FR , As a result of this wiretap one arrest was made. Imperial 2016-IM-100 1,072 6, The wire interceptions focused on the narcotics smuggling, transportation, and distribution from a Mexico-based drug trafficking organization (DTO) that was involved in Imperial County and other areas in the United States IM See Wiretap No IM-100. Los Angeles 2016-LA , This investigation is ongoing LA , This wiretap was part of a cold case murder investigation and resulted in one arrest. To date, no charges have been filed LA , This wiretap helped identify members within a DTO, including a supplier LA , As a result of this wiretap, the following seizures were made: one kilogram of heroin, 45 oxycodone pills, $55,000 in narcotics proceeds, two vehicles, and useable amounts of methamphetamine and cocaine LA , As a result of this wiretap, approximately 14 pounds of methamphetamine and $4,400 in narcotics proceeds were seized LA , As a result of this wiretap, 77 kilograms of cocaine and approximately $240,000 in narcotics proceeds were seized. This investigation is ongoing LA , This investigation is ongoing LA , As a result of this wiretap, 34 kilograms of cocaine was seized. The investigation is ongoing LA , As a result of this wiretap, $169,048 in narcotics proceeds was seized. The investigation is ongoing LA , This wiretap led to identification of additional targets subjects within the DTO LA , This wiretap led to identification of additional targets subjects transporting narcotics into the United States and overseas. The investigation is ongoing LA , No significant activity to report at this time. 8

12 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept LA , This wiretap led to identification of additional targets transporting narcotics into the United States and overseas. The investigation is ongoing LA The target discontinued use of this phone LA , As a result of this wiretap, approximately 1 kilogram of heroin, $51,800, and 2 vehicles were seized LA , pounds of methamphetamine was seized. The investigation is ongoing LA Approximately 1 pound of methamphetamine was seized LA , As a result of this wiretap, $90,000 was seized. The investigation is ongoing LA , As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified LA , Nothing significant to report LA , Nothing significant to report LA , See Wiretap No LA LA , As a result of this wiretap, 3 arrests were made and 14.2 ounces of heroin was seized LA , As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified LA As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified LA As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified LA , As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified LA , As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified LA , This wiretap resulted in the seizure of $137,980 in narcotics proceeds and the arrest of 1 person LA As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified LA , This wiretap resulted in the seizure of 40 pounds of methamphetamine and the arrest of 1 person LA See Wiretap No LA LA , This wiretap resulted in the seizure of $904,189 in narcotics proceeds, 53 kilograms of cocaine, and the arrest of 4 people LA , As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified. 9

13 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept LA , As a result of this wiretap, agents identified additional members of the DTO and seized $144, in narcotics proceeds. Agents also identified the source of supply, locations, and the method of operations LA , This intercept led to the identification of a narcotics courier LA Target subject changed phones LA As a result of this wiretap, agents learned the method of operation and identity of other targets. Approximately, one pound of heroin and a quarter-pound of methamphetamine were seized LA As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified. One kilogram of cocaine was seized and one person was arrested LA As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified. Three pounds of heroin, $62,000 in narcotics proceeds and one handgun were seized, and two people were arrested LA As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects were identified LA , As a result of this wiretap three people were arrested, and three vehicles, $65,000 in narcotics proceeds, three kilograms of cocaine, and 1.5 pounds of methamphetamine were seized LA , As a result of this wiretap three arrests were made, 22 kilograms of cocaine, four pounds of methamphetamine and $48,730 in narcotics proceeds were seized LA , As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects and information were identified LA , As a result of this wiretap, agents seized $101,130 in narcotics proceeds and arrested two people LA As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects and information were identified LA No significant activity to report as this time LA , As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects and information were identified LA , pounds of methamphetamine was seized LA , Nothing significant to report. 10

14 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2016-LA , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept LA As a result of this wiretap, 1 person was arrested and 10 pounds of methamphetamine was seized LA The investigation is ongoing LA The target discontinued using this phone LA , As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects and information were identified LA person was arrested and 8 pounds of methamphetamine was seized 2016-LA As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects and information were identified LA , As a result of this wiretap, $144,000 in narcotics proceeds and 54 kilograms of cocaine were seized LA , As a result of this wiretap, $220,000 in narcotics proceeds and 23 kilograms of cocaine were seized and 2 people were arrested LA , As a result of this wiretap, additional target subjects and information were identified LA , As a result of this wiretap, $268,855 in narcotics proceeds was seized and 1 person was arrested LA , As a result of this wiretap, $183,000 and 90 kilograms of cocaine were seized and 2 people were arrested LA ,499 See Wiretap No LA LA , Nothing significant to report LA The target discontinued use of the phone LA , During this wiretap investigation approximately$140,000 in U.S. currency was seized and one arrest was made LA , The target discontinued use of the phone LA , Nothing significant to report LA , Nothing significant to report LA , As a result of this wiretap, 70 pounds of marijuana and $15,398 in narcotics proceeds were seized and a butane honey oil laboratory was discovered LA , Nothing significant to report LA Nothing significant to report LA This investigation is ongoing. 11

15 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept LA This investigation is ongoing LA ,095 As a result of this wiretap, three arrests were made, and 578 grams of methamphetamine, 1199 grams of cocaine, and one handgun were seized LA The target subjects of this wiretap were arrested on methamphetamine, cocaine, and marijuana charges LA , This investigation is ongoing LA , This investigation is ongoing LA , The wiretap resulted in one arrest and the seizure of one ounce of methamphetamine LA The target subject discontinued using the wiretapped phone LA , This investigation is ongoing LA , This investigation is ongoing LA , This wiretap led to more target subjects LA , This investigation is ongoing LA , This investigation is ongoing LA The target subject discontinued using the wiretapped phone LA The target subjects were involved in a murder and all suspects were arrested LA , The target subjects were involved in a murder and all suspects were arrested LA ,482 2 The target subjects were involved in a murder and all suspects were arrested LA , The target subjects were involved in a murder and all suspects were arrested LA , This investigation is ongoing LA As a result of intercepted messages, agents seized a total of eight kilograms of cocaine and approximately $26,000 in narcotic proceeds LA , The target subject discontinued using the wiretapped phone LA , The target subject discontinued using the wiretapped phone LA This wire intercept was discontinued after ten days LA , The intercept led to the identification of additional targets involved in narcotic trafficking. 12

16 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2016-LA LA LA , LA , LA , LA LA LA , LA , LA LA , LA LA LA , LA LA LA , LA , LA , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 No significant arrests or seizures were made as a result of this interception. The target discontinued using this phone. This interception led to 2 arrests, and the seizure of16 pounds of methamphetamine,1 pound of heroin, and $38,020. Approximately $600,000 in narcotics proceeds was seized during this wire interception. As a result of this wiretap, 43 pounds of methamohetamine and 1 kilogram of cocaine were seized. As a result of these interceptions 2 arrests were made,and 5.2 kilos of cocaine, 3.2 pounds of methamphetamine, 81 grams of tar heroin,442 grams of heroin and $29,338 were seized. The intercept led to the identification of additional targets involved in narcotic trafficking. Agents seized pounds of methamphetamine and 100 grams of cocaine, and arrested 2 suspects. The intercept led to the identification of additional targets. The intercept led to the identification of additional targets. The target subject discontinued using his telephone. The intercept led to the identification of additional targets. The target subject discontinued using his telephone. Intercepted conversations led to the seizure of $144,000 in narcotics proceeds and 54 kilograms of cocaine. The intercept led to the identification of additional targets involved in narcotic trafficking. During the course of this wiretap investigation, agents were unable to intercept any pertinent calls from this target telephone, and due to the inactivity of this line, the interception was terminated. $600,000 in narcotics proceeds seized and 1 suspect was arrested. The target subjects discontinued using their telephones. 5 kilograms of cocaine were seized during this wire interception. 13

17 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2016-LA LA , LA LA LA , LA , LA , LA LA , LA , LA LA LA LA LA , LA , LA LA LA , LA , LA , LA , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 The target subject discontinued using his telephone. Agents seized approximately 16 pounds of methamphetamine and half a kilogram of cocaine. The target subject discontinued using his telephone. The target subject discontinued using his telephone. During this wiretap investigation, 3 arrests were made, and approximately $1.2 million and 82 kilograms of cocaine were seized. This interception led to the seizure of approximately 60 kilograms of cocaine and $546,285. No seizures occurred during this interception. The target subject discontinued using his telephone. This interception led to 3 arrests, the seizure of approximately 5 kilograms of heroin, and approximately 70 lbs of marijuana. The target subject discontinued using his telephone. The target subjects discontinued using their telephones. No seizures or arrests were made for this interception. As a result of this wiretap, agents made 1 arrest and seized 21 kilograms of cocaine and 1 pound of tar heroin. This wiretap interception resulted in the arrest of 2 subjects and the seizure of 41 pounds of methamphetamine and $166,542. This intercept led to the identification of multiple couriers and the seizure of approximately 22 lbs of methamphetamine. This wiretap led to more target subjects. Investigators seized a total of 49 kilograms of cocaine and made 1 arrest. 14

18 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2016-LA , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept LA ,600 22, The investigation is ongoing LA This wiretap led to more target subjects LA The target was arrested along with others for murder LA , All targets were involved in the murder LA , The target was arrested along with others for the murder LA , This investigation is ongoing LA , This investigation is ongoing LA , This investigation is ongoing LA This investigation is ongoing LA , This wiretap led to more target subjects LA , This wiretap led to more target subjects LA This wiretap led to more target subjects LA This wiretap led to more target subjects LA This wiretap led to more target subjects LA This wiretap led to more target subjects LA , This investigation targeted a specific violent criminal street gang and included multiple wiretaps. Numerous assault rifles, handguns, and elicit narcotics were seized. Several people have been charged with assault with a deadly weapon and homicide. 1 person has been charged federally with narcotics and weapons trafficking. The investigation is ongoing. There has been a decrease in violent crimes in the community. Additional arrests are pending LA See Wiretap No LA LA This investigation is ongoing LA The target subject stopped using his phone LA , The investigation is ongoing LA , This investigation is ongoing. 15

19 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept LA , arrests were made, 30 kilos of cocaine, 100 pounds of methamphetamine and $10,000 were seized. Additional target subjects were identified. This investigation is ongoing LA , This investigation is ongoing LA Target did not use his phone LA ,500 As a result of this interception the following seizures in CA and other states were made: $150,000; $15,000; $10,000; 5 kilograms of cocaine; 10 kilograms of cocaine; 15 kilograms of cocaine, and 3 pounds of methamphetamine LA , As a result of this interception the following seizures were made: 13 kilograms of cocaine; 40 kgs of cocaine; and 54 lbs of methamphetamine LA The investigation is ongoing LA , The investigation is ongoing LA , The investigation is ongoing LA , During this interception period, agents identified the members of this DTO and seized 48 kilos of cocaine, 40 pounds of methamphetamine, and $230,000 in narcotic proceeds. Agents also identified the source of supply, stash locations, the method of operation and other target telephones LA ,192 During this investigation the agents learned the method of operation, others involved, and identified other target telephones used by this DTO LA , Nothing significant to report LA , Nothing significant to report LA , During this interception period, agents arrested 2 people and seized approximately 1 pound of heroin LA , During the course of this investigation, agents learned the method of operation, and identified other subjected LA No seizures made during this interception period LA , During this interception period, agents identified the members of this DTO and seized approximately 48 kilos of cocaine, 40 pounds of methamphetamine, and $230,000 in narcotic proceeds. 16

20 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept LA , No seizures occured during this interception LA , Intercepts led to the identification of additional targets involved in the narcotic trafficking. At the conclusion of the investigation, all offenders will be charged and arrested LA , As a result of this interception agents seized half-a-pound of heroin and arrested1 subject LA As a result of the interception, agents seized 1 pound of cocaine and arrested 2 subjects LA , As a result of the interception, agents seized 7 kilograms of cocaine, 1 pound of methamphetamine, and $10,981, and arrested 2 subjects LA As a result of the interception, agents seized 6 kilograms of cocaine, 1 pound of methamphetamine, and $10,891, and arrested 3 subjects LA , As a result of this interception agents seized 1,798 pounds of marijuana, approximateley $450,000, 2 pounds of methamphetamine, and 1 firearm, and 5 subjects were arrested LA , As a result of this interception, agents seized $100,000 from narcotic proceeds and 21 firearms, and 5 subjects were arrested LA , As a result of this wiretap, 6 kilograms of cocaine, 1 pound of methamphetamine, and $10,891 were seized, and 3 arrests were made LA , No significant arrests or seizures were made LA As a result of this wiretap, 4 pounds of methamphetamine was seized and 2 arrests were made LA , Although the interceptions did not result in any seizures, it led investigators to additional targets within the organization LA , The investigation is ongoing LA , The investigation is ongoing LA The investigation is ongoing LA ,325 62, The target subjects were involved in a murder. All suspects were arrested as a result of this interception LA , , The target subjects were involved in a murder. All suspects were arrested as a result of this interception LA As a result of this interception, $44,980 was seized. 17

21 Los Angeles Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept LA , The operation targeted DTO members. This is still an ongoing investigation LA This investigation is ongoing LA No significant arrests or seizures were made as a result of this wire LA , This investigation is ongoing LA During this wiretap, 1 arrest was made, and 41 pounds of methamphetamine and $166,542 were seized LA , The target subjects were involved in a murder. All suspects were arrested as a result of this interception LA , This investigation is ongoing LA The operation targeted DTO members. This is still an ongoing investigation LA , This investigation is ongoing LA The target subject discontinued using his cell phone LA The target discontinued using his telephone LA During the course of this investigation, agents learned the target had a few different sources of supply of cocaine and methamphetamine, and other sources were involved and identified LA , During the course of this investigation, 2 arrests were made and 1 kilogram of heroin was seized LA During the course of this interception, agents learned the target had a few different sources of supply for cocaine and methamphetamine LA , During the course of this investigation, agents learned the target had a few different sources of supply of cocaine and methamphetamine, and other sources were involved and identified LA , During the course of this interception, agents made 3 arrests, and seized 90 pounds of methamphetamine and 1 kilogram of heroin LA , During the course of this interception, agents arrested 3 targets, seized 6 kilos of cocaine, one pound of methamphetamine, and $10, LA , During the course of this interception, agents learned about the method of operation and identified other target telephones used by this DTO. 18

22 Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 During the course of this interception, Los Angeles agents seized a total of 32 kilograms 2016-LA of cocaine, and approximateley $800,000, and arrested 2 subjects LA , The target discontinued using his telephone LA , This wiretap resulted in other wiretaps LA This interception led to the identification of additional target subjects LA During the course of this interception, agents learned about the method of operation and identified other target telephones used by this DTO LA During the course of this interception, agents learned about the method of operation and identified other target telephones used by this DTO LA , During the course of this investigation, additional DTO members have been identified LA , The interception led to the identification of additional target subjects LA , The interception led to the identification of additional target subjects LA The interception led to the identification of additional target subjects. Orange 2016-OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR No communications were intercepted. 19

23 Orange Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other Comments on Usefulness of Intercept OR The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR The users of the target telephones discontinued use. There were no interceptions OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR This wiretap produced incriminating statements and disproved certain alibi defenses OR This wiretap produced previously unknown witnesses to a cold case murder. The investigation is ongoing OR See Wiretap No OR OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR During the interception law enforcement was able identify narcotics traffickers OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances OR , The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify other narcotics traffickers OR The target subject discontinued use of the phone OR The target subject discontinued use of the phone. 20

24 Orange Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2016-OR OR , OR , OR , OR OR , OR , OR Riverside 2015-RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 Limited intelligence material was obtained prior to the target subject discontinuing the use of the phone. The wiretap intercept allowed law enforcement to identify other narcotics traffickers. Limited intelligence material was obtained prior to the target subject discontinuing the use of the phone. The wiretap interceptions identified a potential narcotics trafficker. The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify potential narcotics traffickers. The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances. The wiretap enabled law enforcement to identify narcotics traffickers and seized controlled substances. The wiretap was installed and monitored briefly before it became apparent there was a numerical error in the phone number listed in the order. During this investigation, agents seized a total of 20 pounds of methamphetamine and approximately $110,000 in narcotics proceeds. This wiretap interception order resulted in the arrest of 7 people and the seizure of $299,965 along with the seizure of pounds of amphetamines, 45 kilos of heroin/fentanyl and 10 kilos of cocaine. Interceptions assisted investigators in identifying principal parties and ultimately identifying the primary suspects in a case. 21

25 Riverside Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2015-RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV RIV , RIV , RIV RIV , RIV , RIV RIV , RIV ,838 5, RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV RIV RIV , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 No subscriber Information was obtained. The identification of a higher level narcotics source of supply was found. As a result of this wiretap, co conspirators and significant narcotics locations were identified. Numerous communications were intercepted which allowed for the identification of higher-level narcotics sources of supply. The intercepts identified target subjects and co conspirators involved in the coordination and sales of methamphetamine in the county. This wiretap resulted in the seizure of approximately 19.9 kilos of cocaine from a drug courier and an out-of-state seizure of approximately 6 kilograms of heroin. Numerous communications were intercepted which allowed for the identification of higher-level narcotics sources of supply. 22

26 Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Riverside Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2016-RIV , RIV , RIV RIV ,007 46, RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 Interecepts were valuable in identifying criminal street gang members involved in multiple conspiracies to distribute narcotics, firearms trafficking, and other crimes for the benefit of and the direction of the criminal street gang. Multiple arrests and narcotics/proceeds were seized. Pertinent calls used to identify co conspirators and narcotics related locations investigators were obtained and approximately 10 pounds of methamphetamine and 5 pounds cocaine were seized. The wiretap order resulted in the seizure of 19.9 kilos of cocaine from a drug courier and an out-of-state seizure of approximately 6 kilos of heroin. The intercepts were valuable in identifying criminal street gang members involved in multiple conspiracies to distribute narcotics, firearms trafficking, and other crimes for the benefit of and at the direction of the criminal street gang. 23

27 Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Riverside Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2016-RIV , RIV , RIV ,116 91, RIV , RIV RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV RIV ,169 64, RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV RIV , RIV , RIV RIV , RIV , RIV , RIV , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 As a result of this wiretap interception order, approximately 48 pounds of methamphetamine was seized. As a result of this wiretap interception order, 56 pounds of methamphetamine, $97,000, and 2 pounds of cocaine were seized. 24

28 Riverside Table 4 Description of Obtained and Usefulness of Electronic Interceptions Approximate No. of Persons Whose Were Intercepted Total No. of Intercepted Nature & Frequency (Penal Code (9)) Incriminating Other 2016-RIV , RIV , Comments on Usefulness of Intercept 3 Two targets in this case were stopped by interdiction and 6 pounds of methamphetamine and one weapon were seized. This wiretap investigation assisted with a triple homicide RIV RIV , RIV , Sacramento 2016-SAC The wiretap was terminated early SAC This wiretap was part of a cold case murder investigation. San Bernardino 2015-SBD , Nothing significant to report SBD , This investigation is ongoing SBD , This wiretap resulted in the 3 separate seizures: (1) 1 kilogram cocaine and $58,300; (2) $1,060,800; and (3) 4 grams of cocaine, a handgun and ammunition SBD , This wiretap resulted in the 3 separate seizures: (1) 5 ounces cocaine and $20,000; (2) 3 kilograms cocaine and $85,695; and (3) $101, SBD , This wiretap resulted in the seizure of 1 pound of heroin, $254,740, and a handgun SBD , This wire was used to identify and locate the suspects involved in a homicide SBD , Intercepted communications lead to the arrest of 3 subjects, and seizure of 9.3 kilograms of heroin SBD , This wire was used to identify and locate the suspects involved in a homicide SBD , pounds of methamphetamine and $55,590 were seized SBD , Intercepted communications led to the identification of other members of the DTO, and other target telephones SBD SBD , The investigation is ongoing SBD , This wiretap resulted in the seizure of 33 pounds of methamphetamine SBD , Intercepted communications led to 1 arrest and the separate seizures of 4 kilograms of heroin and 1 kilogram of heroin SBD , This wire was used to identify and locate the suspects involved in a homicide. 25