After a thorough investigation into the actions of Close Street Deputies who shared information with ICE agents late last year, it has been determined that were no intentional violations of policy. The investigation revealed areas where policy direction was not clear, and members were conducting business within the parameters provided by a previous administration. The case files have been closed with a finding of Not Sustained.
Sheriff Reese enacted a new policy in February of 2017 which clearly defined expectations for MCSO staff in accordance with both Oregon Revised Statue and federal case law. A link to MCSO's current policy can be found at https://www.mcso.us/site/policy.php .
MCSO takes all allegations of policy violations seriously and is committed to a comprehensive and thoughtful review process to ensure systems of accountability provide transparency in our continued effort to maintain the trust of the community we serve.
Sheriff Reese enacted a new policy in February of 2017 which clearly defined expectations for MCSO staff in accordance with both Oregon Revised Statue and federal case law. A link to MCSO's current policy can be found at https://www.mcso.us/site/policy.php .
MCSO takes all allegations of policy violations seriously and is committed to a comprehensive and thoughtful review process to ensure systems of accountability provide transparency in our continued effort to maintain the trust of the community we serve.