(08:07) SANTA CRUZ COUNTY – A Santa Cruz County Civil Grand Jury has released a report exonerating the Sheriff’s Office from accusations of misconduct. The report was the result of a four-month investigation looking into the law enforcement agency’s handling of property seizures. The jury has concluded that the Sheriff’s Office is fair and just in its procedures. The investigation was launched amid nationwide concerns of police misconduct. Out of all the law enforcement agencies in Santa Cruz County, the Sheriff’s Office handles the most assets seized in criminal cases. The report’s sole recommendation suggests that the Sheriff’s Office improve their transparency by posting annual data on asset forfeiture. (S.G.)
