Department of Public Safety - Criminal Investigations Division

This report focused on the Division’s need to formalize its process for deciding when to participate in task forces and its need to improve its case management practices. The Division utilizes more than half of its officers and spends $10.9 million annually on task forces.  Because of the significant resources involved, the report recommends that the Division evaluate such factors as projected costs and benefits when deciding on its task force participation.  Further, the Division needs to better screen its cases to help balance the needs of local law enforcement with statewide priorities. Finally, the Division needs to improve its case management information so that it can more effectively use its existing resources.