Settlement Reached in Environmental Violations Case
The $100,000 settlement is comprised of civil penalties and cost recovery to the Ventura County Environmental Health Division (VCEHD) and the District Attorney’s Consumer and Environmental Protection Unit (CEPU). This case was investigated by both agencies, which determined 4JR engaged in a pattern of significant violations under the law.
Small Claims Assistance
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Real Estate Related Education, Awareness and Fraud Prevention – English
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Real Estate Related Education, Awareness and Fraud Prevention – Spanish
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Consumer Mediation Complaint Form – English
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Consumer Mediation Complaint Form – Spanish
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February 12, 2021
Report on the July 5, 2019, shooting of Joshua Ortiz by California Highway Patrol Officer Timothy Putzel.
December 17, 2020
Report on the November 7, 2018, Use of Deadly Force by California Highway Patrol Officer Todd Barrett and Ventura County Sheriff’s Sergeant Ronald Helus at the Borderline Bar & Grill Mass Shooting Incident.
October 2, 2020
Report on the October 10, 2018, shooting of Michael Johnson by Ventura County Sheriff’s Sergeant Russell King and Deputy Justyn Czyrklis.
Victim Advocate Volunteer
The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office provides services to thousands of victims every year and seeks qualified volunteers to make an important contribution to public safety and crime victims in Ventura County. Volunteer staff complete an initial 48 hours of training, which prepares them to assist victims with certain services, including obtaining a restraining order, emergency shelter placement, and court accompaniment. Volunteer training includes the following subject areas: Minimum Requirements: Victim Advocate Volunteers are coordinated by the Ventura County Family Justice CenterVolunteer opportunities include: If you are interested in joining our volunteer team, please complete this application and send with your resume by email noting your interests to vcfjc@ventura.org. If you have questions, please call (805) 652-7655. Or return a completed application form to: Development & Outreach ManagerVentura County Family Justice Center3170 Loma Vista RoadVentura, CA 93009