Why Have Crime Rates Dropped in Santa Clarita Valley?
While the answer to this question may be more complex than it appears, the Santa Clarita Sheriff's Department attributes the drop in crime rates to a local crackdown on drugs, enhanced efforts in the area of crime prevention, and real-time monitoring of crimes permitted partially by equipment donated by the city of Santa Clarita. In addition, the Sheriff's Department also states that it's come down hard on narcotics with a focus on individuals identified as narcotic addicts who they believe are more likely to commit crimes like burglary.
According to The Santa Clarita Valley Signal, crime dropped by 36.2 percent in the Santa Clarita Valley over the last five years. More specifically, violent crimes identified as homicide, forcible rape, aggravated assault, and robbery in the Santa Clarita Valley fell 43.2 percent within the last year. Based on the most recent statistics, burglary crimes have decreased by 35 percent since 2006. Other property crimes, counting larceny theft and grand theft auto, have decreased by 32.5 percent and 54.6 percent within the last five years. On the other hand, during the five-year period, the property crime of arson increased by 24.1 percent. In the last year alone, 18 arsons were reported, in contrast to 13 arsons in both 2006 and 2010.
Any drop in crime is beneficial for a community. However, there is room for error when law enforcement is eager to arrest those believed to fit a certain criminal profile when in fact, they may very well be innocent. Far too often, either in the media or society in general, we assume a person to be guilty until proven innocent when the law says it should be the other way around. Being arrested, or having a loved one arrested for a crime, can be an intimidating and difficult experience. To ensure that you or your loved one's rights are protected and a strong defense is established, contact Santa Clarita criminal defense attorney Daniel Kann. Call 888-744-7730 today for a free, confidential consultation.
