Yesterday, police officers working with Code Enforcement, conducted an operation at the Sunshine Village Motel, located at 1427 E First St., in Santa Ana, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD).
The officers had obtained a warrant due to ongoing narcotic activity, human trafficking, and other criminal behavior at the motel.
10 individuals were arrested for various offenses including the owners of the motel.
Other actions taken by the officers included:
- 27 offered services & released
- 2 medical releases
- 4 family reunifications
- 1 victim identified
- Multiple dogs and cats rescued
The property was red-tagged for safety violations. The motel has been boarded up and inoperable.
This joint effort helps keep our neighborhoods safe and improves quality of life for nearby residents and businesses.
The suspects arrested at the Sunshine Village Motel could face a range of penalties depending on the specific offenses committed.
Here are potential penalties under California law:
- Drug possession (e.g., methamphetamine, heroin, paraphernalia):
- Misdemeanor or felony depending on the substance and quantity.
- Penalties range from up to 1 year in county jail to 3 years in state prison.
- May include mandatory drug counseling or diversion programs.
- Outstanding warrants or probation violations:
- Penalties vary based on the original offense.
- Could result in reinstated jail/prison time, revocation of probation, or additional charges.
- Trespassing or unlawful lodging (Penal Code § 602):
- Misdemeanor offense.
- Punishable by up to 6 months in jail and/or fines up to $1,000.
- Loitering with intent to commit a crime (Penal Code § 653.22):
- Misdemeanor.
- Penalties include up to 6 months in jail and community service.
- Possession of stolen property (Penal Code § 496):
- Misdemeanor or felony depending on value.
- Penalties range from up to 1 year in jail to 3 years in prison.
- Safety code violations (for property owners or managers):
- Civil and criminal penalties.
- May include fines, mandatory repairs, or revocation of business licenses.
- Red-tagging consequences:
- The property is deemed unsafe for occupancy.
- Owners may face code enforcement actions, court orders, and financial penalties until violations are resolved.
Each suspect’s penalty will depend on their individual charges, prior criminal history, and whether they qualify for diversion or plea agreements.
Mr. Pedroza, I saw the map in this page that said Sunland Motel along with the wrong address. Sunshine Village Motel’s address is 1427 E First St Santa Ana CA,
Thanks! I’ll fix it.
Now they need to do this at every other motel on that stretch of E First St. Corrupt slumlords own all those places, and they are profiting off the city’s decline and the desperate people that live there. You can do a business records search and see some of the motel owners have multimillion dollar homes in the hills. They all need to be declared public nuisances, put into receivership, and shut down– just like they (eventually) did with the Saddleback Inn. Put the corrupt slumlords out of business!!!