The Josephine Marijuana Enforcement Team (JMET) put a significant local dent in the illegal cannabis trade in 2024.
From January 1st-December 31st last year, JMET served a total of 40 search warrants on alleged illegal marijuana cultivation operations in Josephine County -- with many of the operations conducted in partnership with other law enforcement agencies.
The JMET operations were assisted by Josephine County Public Health & Building Safety, Josephine County Water Master, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission.
In 2024, JMET seized 41,673 marijuana plants, 57 firearms, $250,193 in cash, and multiple vehicles, generators and heavy machinery, plus the agency destroyed over 8,000 pounds of illegally processed marijuana.
Josephine County Sheriff Dave Daniel said his office is committed to protecting with courage and serving with compassion as they work to rid the community of illegal marijuana operations.
Sheriff Daniel encourages citizens to utilize the JMET Tip Line at (541)-474-5252 to report any suspected illicit marijuana activity within Josephine County. If you call the tip line, please leave your name and contact information. All information will remain confidential.
