The Fresno County Sheriff’s Narcotics Enforcement Team takes down a marijuana grow in Clovis.
Deputies say they found 33 live plants — and nearly two hundred pounds of harvest pot inside a home on East Herndon Avenue on Wednesday. Deputies also arrested 49-year old Somsak Phouangkeo and charged him with cultivation and possession of marijuana for sale.
Fresno County enforces a strict ban on all cannabis cultivation, both indoors and outdoors. Violation of the ordinance could result in several consequences:
1. Growers can be arrested on a felony charge.
2. Growers can face heavy fines starting at $1,000 per plant.
3. Property owners, including family members, can be fined too.
4. Very short timelines to appeal citations and fines.
5. Prop. 215/SB 420 compliance will not stop enforcement.
6. Additional fines, interest, legal fees and costs of abatement can be
charged.
7. County can place lien on property for unpaid fines.
The Sheriff’s Office takes all tips seriously and encourages the public to report suspected marijuana grow sites. If you are aware of any type of illegal drug activity, report it anonymously by calling the Narcotics Hotline at 1-800-660-1086 or Email: drugtip@fresnosheriff.org
