Report I2014-1 Recommendation 15 Responses
Report I2014-1: Investigations of Improper Activities by State Agencies and Employees (Release Date: December 2014)
Case Number I2012-0086
Recommendation #15 To: Water Resources Control Board
Refer the matter to the district attorney in the jurisdiction where the embezzlement occurred for potential prosecution.
Agency Response From May 2015
The Water Board stated that in April 2015, it submitted to the district attorney the package of materials regarding prosecution of the former manager for embezzlement. The district attorney informed the Water Board in May 2015 that it would not pursue prosecution of the case.
California State Auditor's Assessment of Status: Fully Implemented
Agency Response From February 2015
The Water Board reported that it is developing a package of materials to send to the district attorney that will allow it to decide whether to pursue prosecution.
California State Auditor's Assessment of Status: Pending
Agency Response From November 2014
The Water Board reported that it plans to contact the appropriate district attorney's office so it can evaluate the case and decide whether to pursue prosecution.