Here are some 2013 statistics from our Drug Task Force: In 2013 the Task Force initiated and/or assisted with 801 drug cases. In these investigations, 354 were cleared by either a citation or an arrest. Of these investigations, 212 criminal charges were referred to the District Attorneys office, 130 were charged as felony cases and 82 were misdemeanor offenses. 237 municipal/ordinance citations were issued against suspects throughout 2013. 18 cases were initiated by other agencies outside of the Jefferson County borders. In 2013, most of the cases investigated involved the sale of prescription medication and herion. The Task Force continues to seize vehicles and other assets that are involved in the drug trade when available. For the year 2013 the Task Force filed forfeiture documents in 12 separate cases; both at the Federal and at the State level. The Task Force was able to seize approximately $59,649 worth of property or U.S. currency which is either used for Task Force operations or deposited in the State of Wisconsin School fund as per State Statutes. The Task Force is comprised of Jefferson County Sheriffs Office, Fort Atkinson PD, Jefferson PD, Johnson Creek PD, Lake Mills PD, Palmyra PD, Town of Lake Mills PD, Town of Oakland PD, Waterloo PD, Watertown PD, and Jefferson County District Attorneys Office.
Posted on: Fri, 29 Aug 2014 16:24:06 +0000
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