Federal Crimes - Seguridad

Overview

The Federal Crimes module (delitos_federales.php) handles criminal cases that fall under federal jurisdiction, particularly drug trafficking and narcotics-related offenses. This module has specialized fields and reporting requirements distinct from standard preventivos.

Federal crimes are handled separately from regular preventivos due to different judicial procedures, specialized agencies involved, and specific data requirements for federal reporting.

When to Use Federal Crimes Module

Use this module for:

Drug trafficking cases
Narcotics seizures
Federal law violations
Cases involving federal agencies
Cross-border criminal activity
Major drug busts and interdictions

Do not use this module for:

Simple possession cases (use regular preventivos)
Provincial-level crimes
Local drug-related incidents without federal involvement

Creating a Federal Crime Report

Access the Form

Navigate to the federal crimes reporting form from the specialized modules menu

Identify Jurisdiction

Select the Regional Unit (UR) and Dependency handling the federal case

Enter Case Details

Provide comprehensive information about the federal offense

Document Seizures

Record all seized narcotics and evidence with precise quantities and values

Record Detentions

Document all detainees with demographic breakdown

Submit Report

Save the federal crime record for processing

Required Fields

Jurisdiction Information

paises

select

required

Regional Unit (Unidad Regional) where the procedure took place. Options include:

Unidad Regional I through XIII
Specialized directories (Operations, GOE, etc.)

estados

select

required

Specific police dependency within the regional unit that conducted the operation

The dependency dropdown is dynamically populated via JavaScript based on the selected regional unit.

Temporal Data

fecha

date

required

Date when the federal procedure/operation was conducted

Crime Classification

tipo_delito

select

required

Type of federal crime. Options from tipo_delito_federal table include:

Drug trafficking
International drug smuggling
Large-scale narcotics operations
Other federal violations

Narcotics Information

Type and Quantity

tipo_secuestro

text

required

Type of narcotics/drugs seized. Specify the substance:

Marijuana
Cocaine
Crack
Heroin
Synthetic drugs
Precursor chemicals
Other controlled substances

cantidad_secuestrada

text

required

Quantity seized measured in kilograms (Kgrs).

Use decimal notation for precise measurements (e.g., 25.5 for 25.5 kg)

aforo

text

required

Monetary value (aforo) of the seized drugs in Argentine Pesos ($).This appraisal represents the street value of the narcotics.

Accurate Measurement: Ensure quantities and values are precisely recorded as they are used for:

Federal prosecution evidence
Statistical reporting to national agencies
Sentencing guidelines
Budget allocation for anti-drug operations

Input Validation

The system includes JavaScript validation for numeric fields:

function check(e) {
    tecla = (document.all) ? e.keyCode : e.which;
    
    // Allow backspace
    if (tecla == 8) {
        return true;
    }
    
    // Only accept numbers, periods, and commas
    patron = /[0-9.,]/;
    tecla_final = String.fromCharCode(tecla);
    return patron.test(tecla_final);
}

This ensures quantities and values contain only valid numeric data.

Additional Seizures

otros_secuestros

text

Description of other items seized during the operation (up to 70 characters):

Weapons
Vehicles used in trafficking
Cash
Electronic equipment
Drug paraphernalia
Documents
Other evidence

Case Status

esclarecido

select

required

Whether the case has been resolved:

SI (Yes) - Investigation complete, charges filed
NO (No) - Investigation ongoing

Detention Information

Federal cases require detailed demographic information about detainees:

Adults Detained

detenidos_mayores_masculinos

number

default:"0"

Number of adult males (18+ years) detained

detenidos_mayores_femeninos

number

default:"0"

Number of adult females (18+ years) detained

Minors Detained

detenidos_menores_masculinos

number

default:"0"

Number of minor males (under 18 years) detained

detenidos_menores_femeninos

number

default:"0"

Number of minor females (under 18 years) detained

Important: These fields represent the count of detainees, not their ages.For example:

Enter “3” if three adult males were detained
Not “25, 30, 35” (their actual ages)

Detainee Names

nombre_detenido

text

Full names of all detained persons (up to 70 characters).If multiple detainees, separate names with commas or semicolons.

Database Storage

Federal crime data is stored in the delitos_federales table with structure similar to:

CREATE TABLE delitos_federales (
    id SERIAL PRIMARY KEY,
    ur VARCHAR,
    dependencia VARCHAR,
    fecha DATE,
    tipo_delito VARCHAR,
    tipo_secuestro VARCHAR,
    cantidad_secuestrada NUMERIC,
    aforo NUMERIC,
    otros_secuestros VARCHAR,
    esclarecido VARCHAR,
    detenidos_mayores_masculinos INTEGER,
    detenidos_mayores_femeninos INTEGER,
    detenidos_menores_masculinos INTEGER,
    detenidos_menores_femeninos INTEGER,
    nombre_detenido VARCHAR,
    fecha_carga DATE
);

Reporting and Statistics

Federal crime data is used for:

Drug Seizure Statistics

Track quantities and types of narcotics intercepted

Monetary Impact

Calculate total street value of seized drugs

Detention Analytics

Demographic analysis of arrested individuals

Federal Coordination

Share data with federal agencies and prosecutors

Integration with Federal Systems

Federal crime data may be exported to:

Ministry of Security of Argentina
Federal Police (PFA)
SEDRONAR (Secretaría de Políticas Integrales sobre Drogas)
Federal prosecutors
National crime databases

Reporting Requirements

Federal authorities typically require:

Quarterly Reports: Aggregate statistics on seizures and arrests
Case-by-Case Data: Detailed information for major operations
Trend Analysis: Patterns in drug trafficking routes and methods
Financial Data: Total monetary value of intercepted narcotics

Differences from Regular Preventivos

Aspect	Regular Preventivos	Federal Crimes
Jurisdiction	Provincial/local courts	Federal courts
Crime Types	General criminal offenses	Drug trafficking, federal violations
Required Fields	Standard incident data	Specialized narcotics information
Detention Details	Optional breakdown	Required demographic statistics
Value Assessment	Not required	Mandatory drug value calculation
Reporting	Local statistics	Federal agency reporting
Investigation	Local police	Often multi-agency coordination

Multi-Agency Coordination

Federal cases often involve:

Local Police: Initial detection and seizure
Federal Police (PFA): Investigation and prosecution support
Border Patrol: International trafficking cases
Federal Prosecutors: Legal proceedings
Intelligence Agencies: Information sharing and analysis
Customs: Import/export violations

The Seguridad system serves as the initial reporting point, with data flowing to coordinating agencies as needed.

Best Practices

Precise Measurement

Always weigh narcotics using calibrated scales. Record exact quantities including decimal precision. This data is legally scrutinized.

Chain of Custody

Ensure proper evidence handling procedures are followed. Reference evidence bag numbers and storage locations in additional documentation.

Timely Reporting

Enter federal crime data immediately after seizure. Federal prosecutors need rapid access to information for charging decisions.

Complete Demographics

Provide full demographic breakdown of detainees. This data is used for national policy decisions on drug enforcement.

Accurate Valuation

Use current street price estimates for drug valuation. Consult with narcotics specialists for accurate aforo calculations.

Additional Context

Use the “otros_secuestros” field to document all relevant evidence. This provides prosecutors with complete case context.

Common Federal Case Scenarios

Large-Scale Drug Bust

Document Seizure

Record all narcotics types and quantities found

Calculate Total Value

Sum the street value of all seized substances

List Additional Evidence

Document vehicles, weapons, cash, and other items seized

Record All Detainees

Provide complete demographic breakdown and names

Coordinate Agencies

Notify federal authorities and prepare for multi-agency investigation

Border Interdiction

For cases at provincial borders or international checkpoints:

Document exact location of interdiction
Record vehicle information if applicable
Note travel documents and destination
Calculate quantities and values
Coordinate with customs/border agencies

Cultivation Operation

For drug cultivation discoveries:

Record type of drug being cultivated
Estimate potential yield if mature
Document growing equipment seized
Calculate property value involved
Identify all parties at the location

Queries and Reports

Total Seizures by Type

SELECT tipo_secuestro, 
       SUM(cantidad_secuestrada) as total_kg,
       SUM(aforo) as total_value
FROM delitos_federales
WHERE fecha >= '2024-01-01'
GROUP BY tipo_secuestro
ORDER BY total_value DESC;

Monthly Detention Statistics

SELECT 
    TO_CHAR(fecha, 'YYYY-MM') as mes,
    SUM(detenidos_mayores_masculinos + detenidos_mayores_femeninos) as adultos,
    SUM(detenidos_menores_masculinos + detenidos_menores_femeninos) as menores
FROM delitos_federales
GROUP BY TO_CHAR(fecha, 'YYYY-MM')
ORDER BY mes DESC;

Regional Performance

SELECT ur,
       COUNT(*) as operaciones,
       SUM(cantidad_secuestrada) as kg_total,
       AVG(aforo) as valor_promedio
FROM delitos_federales
WHERE fecha >= CURRENT_DATE - INTERVAL '1 year'
GROUP BY ur
ORDER BY operaciones DESC;

Legal Considerations

Critical: Federal crime data is subject to:

Judicial evidence requirements
Federal discovery procedures
National security protocols
International treaty obligations

Ensure accuracy and completeness of all entries.

Evidence Standards

Federal cases require:

Precise quantity measurements (weight, volume)
Photographic documentation (stored separately)
Chain of custody records
Lab analysis results (linked separately)
Witness statements and officer reports

Privacy Protections

While recording detainee information:

Follow data protection regulations
Limit access to authorized personnel
Ensure secure storage of sensitive data
Comply with juvenile protection laws for minors

Troubleshooting

Cannot Enter Decimal Quantities

The system accepts periods (.) and commas (,) as decimal separators. Use the validation function to ensure proper format:

Correct: 25.5 or 25,5
Incorrect: 25-5 or 25/5

Dependency Not Available

If your dependency isn’t listed:

Verify correct Regional Unit is selected
Check that dependency is configured in the system
Contact system administrator to add missing dependency

Value Calculation Unclear

For drug value (aforo) calculation:

Consult current price lists from narcotics division
Use wholesale value for large quantities
Document calculation method in case notes
Coordinate with federal prosecutors for guidance

Crime Reporting

Standard preventivo creation for non-federal cases

Preventivos Management

Searching and managing regular incident reports

Statistics

Analyzing federal crime trends and patterns

Regional Units

Managing regional unit and dependency configurations

Incident Management

Operations

Specialized Modules

Analytics & Reporting

​Overview

​When to Use Federal Crimes Module

​Creating a Federal Crime Report

​Required Fields

​Jurisdiction Information

​Temporal Data

​Crime Classification

​Narcotics Information

​Type and Quantity

​Input Validation

​Additional Seizures

​Case Status

​Detention Information

​Adults Detained

​Minors Detained

​Detainee Names

​Database Storage

​Reporting and Statistics

Drug Seizure Statistics

Monetary Impact

Detention Analytics

Federal Coordination

​Integration with Federal Systems

​Data Sharing

​Reporting Requirements

​Differences from Regular Preventivos

​Multi-Agency Coordination

​Best Practices

​Common Federal Case Scenarios

​Large-Scale Drug Bust

​Border Interdiction

​Cultivation Operation

​Queries and Reports

​Total Seizures by Type

​Monthly Detention Statistics

​Regional Performance

​Legal Considerations

​Evidence Standards

​Privacy Protections

​Troubleshooting

​Related Resources

Crime Reporting

Preventivos Management

Statistics

Regional Units

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Overview

When to Use Federal Crimes Module

Creating a Federal Crime Report

Required Fields

Jurisdiction Information

Temporal Data

Crime Classification

Narcotics Information

Type and Quantity

Input Validation

Additional Seizures

Case Status

Detention Information

Adults Detained

Minors Detained

Detainee Names

Database Storage

Reporting and Statistics

Integration with Federal Systems

Data Sharing

Reporting Requirements

Differences from Regular Preventivos

Multi-Agency Coordination

Best Practices

Common Federal Case Scenarios

Large-Scale Drug Bust

Border Interdiction

Cultivation Operation

Queries and Reports

Total Seizures by Type

Monthly Detention Statistics

Regional Performance

Legal Considerations

Evidence Standards

Privacy Protections

Troubleshooting

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