(1185) UNET Division

The Unified Narcotics Enforcement Team (UNET) is a multi-agency drug task force made up of staff from the Sheriff’s Office, Hollister Police Department, California Highway Patrol and commanded by a member of the California Department of Justice.

The UNET’s primary responsibility is the investigation of all drug related offences in not only our local community but the tri-county community. The UNET’s aggressive stance on drug enforcement has been effective in the seizure of large quantities illegal drugs and firearms.

• Eradicated 26,960 illegal marijuana plant and 4,234.44 lbs. processed marijuana
• 12 firearms seized
• 32 total arrests for illegal drugs / guns

• Ability to fully staff regional team
• Aging undercover vehicles
• Lack of staffing making it difficult to keep up with grant requirements

• Make UNET self-sufficient without relying on grant funding
• Get full-time commitment from all agencies involved
• Replace undercover fleet and upgrade technology