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As California’s Chief Law Enforcement Officer, protecting public safety is job #1. Some days that means confiscating illegal weapons, while other days it might involve seizing illicit drugs, cracking down on organized retail theft, or tackling our epidemic of gun violence.
This week, our work at California DOJ encompassed all of that, and more.
We seized over 60 pounds of narcotics and 27 guns, and arrested 41 members of an organized criminal group in Merced County. We charged four suspects in San Diego with 30 felony counts for stealing more than $1.5 million from jewelry stores throughout the state. And we convened community leaders for a gun violence prevention roundtable in the Central Valley.
Our work looks different week to week, but rest assured that regardless of our specific actions, the safety of all Californians is my top priority.
In solidarity,
Rob
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Making Communities Safer
 Our work to improve public safety in California is saving lives and making communities more secure. This week, my office, along with local, state, and federal partners, announced the results of “Operation Red Rooster,” an effort targeting an organized criminal group and its activities in Merced County. The operation resulted in 41 arrests, and the seizure of over 60 pounds of narcotics and 27 guns. The suspects are facing homicide, attempted homicide, gun trafficking, and drug trafficking charges.
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Addressing Gun Violence
 In California, we know our gun safety laws work and we have the data to prove it. But even California is not immune to the uniquely American disease of gun violence. That’s why we’re doubling down on California’s gun safety efforts. This week, I was proud to meet with leaders from across Central California for a roundtable discussion to advance our efforts to prevent gun violence and protect survivors.
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Cracking Down on Organized Retail Crime
 Organized retail crime harms businesses, retailers, and consumers – and puts the public at risk. This week, in San Diego, we charged four people for their alleged involvement in an organized retail crime ring that targeted high-end jewelry stores throughout California. Our office has filed felony charges, including organized retail theft, robbery, burglary, and grand theft against the suspects. We’ll continue working with partners to keep our communities, businesses, and consumers safe from retail theft and other crimes.
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Holding Big Plastic Accountable
 For years, the plastics industry has engaged in an aggressive campaign to deceive the public, perpetuating a myth that recycling can solve the plastics waste and pollution crisis. Enough is enough. This week, my office filed suit against plastics industry associations to seek compliance with DOJ's first-of-its-kind investigation into the fossil fuel and petrochemical industries for their role in causing the plastics pollution crisis.
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Protecting Consumers
 The 2008 financial crisis absolutely blindsided families and homeowners who thought they were in a safe and stable place. We want to do all we can to make sure that doesn’t happen again. This week, we celebrated a decision by the Supreme Court rejecting a sweeping rule that would have hindered the ability of states to protect consumers from financial exploitation and abusive lending. My office remains committed to guarding and enforcing laws that protect consumers.
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Make a Difference at California DOJ
 Apply today to help DOJ protect the health, well-being, and public safety of Californians. Check out our featured jobs below and visit oag.ca.gov/careers for a full listing of available positions:
Deputy Attorney General Supervisor, Tort & Condemnation
Deputy Attorney General Supervisor, Civil Rights Enforcement Section
Deputy Attorney General, Tort & Condemnation
Deputy Attorney General Supervisor, DMFEA Criminal Prosecutions
Linux System Administrator, Unix Server Administration Unit
Legal Specialist, Legal Support Operations
Crime Analyst, DMFEA Investigations Section
Criminalist Manager, California Criminalistics Institute
Purchasing Analyst, Contracts and Purchasing Unit
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Post of the Week
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FLASH BRIEFING
Attorney General Bonta, Law Enforcement Partners Announce 41 Arrests, Over 60 Pounds of Narcotics Seized and 27 Guns Confiscated in Operation Red Rooster
Attorney General Bonta Announces Stipulated Judgment with the Redlands Unified School District to Implement Wide-Ranging Reforms, Strengthen Response to Complaints of Sexual Assault, Abuse, and Harassment
Attorney General Bonta Petitions Court to Compel Plastics Industry Association and American Chemistry Council to Fully Comply with Outstanding Investigative Subpoenas
California Department of Justice Investigating Grover Beach Officer-Involved Shooting Under AB 1506
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Video of the Week
 From advancing reproductive justice to enforcing our state’s cannabis laws, Karli and Joshua Eisenberg are the definition of the power couple. Learn how they met and got into the legal field.
As Jewish American Heritage Month ends, continue to celebrate by learning about Karli and Josh's story and careers in our newest "Meet Your DOJ" Video.
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Beware of AI and Phone Scams
 This week, I issued an alert for all Californians regarding phone and AI scams. Scammers are often quite literally in our pockets, just a phone call, social media message, or text away. I encourage everyone to review the alert to protect yourself and your families, and learn what to do in case you are targeted.
Here are some quick tips:
- Protect your Social Security number and other sensitive information.
- Beware of government impersonations and other common scams.
- Let phone calls from unfamiliar calls go to voicemail.
- Don't trust caller ID. Be wary if anything seems different about the caller or if they ask for financial or personal information.
- If you suspect a scam call, immediately hang up.
- Take advantage of call-blocking technology.
- Develop family code words.
- Minimize personal audio/video content on social media accounts.
- Check privacy settings on social media.
- Take advantage of call-blocking technology.
- Don't click on suspicious links.
- Go directly to a company website you are familiar with rather than clicking on a link that has been sent to you.
- Use strong passwords.
⬇️ Learn how to protect yourself from phone and AI scams below ⬇️
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