The Provost Marshal is responsible for law enforcement and physical security activities for Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton. The Provost Marshal is a special staff officer to the Commanding Officer, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, under the staff cognizance of the Commanding Officer, Security & Emergency Services Battalion.
Military Working Dogs (MWD)
The Military Working Dog Section can provide detection dog support for Command Health & Comfort Inspections. Requests for support can be directly coordinated with the MWD Section via email at: kristopher.evers@usmc.mil or by phone 760-763-7651
**Requests for support should be submitted at least 2-weeks in advance to ensure availability.**
Crime Prevention/Physical Security
Physical Security provides the following support for commands aboard the installation:
Physical Security Surveys
Crime Prevention Surveys
Lost, found, and abandoned property
Marine Corps Electronic Security Systems
Physical Security Surveys – Per MCO 5530.14A, commanders must identify, in writing, all designated restricted areas within their respective commands and provide the information, in writing, to the Provost Marshal annually by 30 November. Additionally, all restricted areas are required to have a Physical Security Survey conducted annually by the PMO Physical Security Office.
Crime Prevention Surveys – Crime Prevention Surveys are conducted to identify nature, extent, and underlying causes of criminal activity, or conditions conducive to criminal activity within an area or a specific facility. Crime Prevention Surveys are not required but provide a commander an analysis of conditions indicating the presence of, or potential for criminal conduct. Crime Prevention Surveys may be conducted on:
- Bachelor Enlisted Quarters
- Bachelor Officer Quarters
- Government facilities that maintain negotiable instruments (checks, cash, etc.)
- Facilities requested by unit commanders, at the discretion of the Provost Marshal Tenant organizations such as banks, credit unions, etc.
Traffic Division
The Traffic Division of the Provost Marshal’s Office investigates all vehicle accidents aboard Camp Pendleton involving injury, government vehicle and property damage, in accordance with Marine Corps Orders.
Abandoned Vehicles
Once an abandoned vehicle has been identified by the Provost Marshal’s Office, a 72-hour Tow Tag is placed on the vehicle, starting the tow process.
Illegally Parked Vehicles
Vehicles that are illegally parked, parked in fire lanes, or illegally parked in handicap stalls are not considered abandoned and the Provost Marshal’s Office Dispatch Center should be notified for appropriate action.
Impound Section
The Impound Section processes the 72-hour tow tag and attempts to contact the owner of the vehicle. After unsuccessful attempts, and the 72 hours expire, the vehicle may be removed by an off-base tow company.
Hazardous Waste
Vehicles which are considered hazardous waste (fluids spilling/leaking in excess of 5 gallons), registration expired 6 months or more, or other infractions covered under California Vehicle Code 22651 may be removed from the roadway immediately.
Unit Tow Representatives
Each area and/or command can designate (in writing by the Bn CO) representatives to assist in identifying possible abandoned vehicles. These representatives must attend a towing procedures class given by the Traffic Division.
Traffic Division: 760-725-5927 / 760-725-5928
Email: Pndl_Security_BN_Traffic@usmc.mil
Towing Section
Coordinates and documents towing of all vehicles aboard Camp Pendleton. To report abandoned vehicles or for inquiries regarding towed vehicles call 760-725-5991
Operation-Cop-A-Bear
During the Fall months, PMO will solicit for small/medium stuffed animals from the Base occupants. These new "stuffed animals" will be placed in PMO Police Cars, and whenever a child is present in an emergency or stressful situation, a stuffed animal is handed out to ease the traumatic experience.
Operation Broom
Base Reign Over Our Munchkins is dedicated for Halloween Night during On-Base "Trick or Treat" hours. PMO personnel and Base volunteers will conduct walking beats in all the Base Housing Areas during those hours, as authorized by the Base Commander.
Radar Operation
Unannounced placements of a stationary patrol/radar unit in an area aboard the Base, at which speeders are identified as a problem.
Base Decal Inspection Checkpoint
Unannounced checkpoints established to inspect all vehicles for Base Registration. These are done monthly/bi-monthly.
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoints
Unannounced checkpoints to screen all drivers for alcohol consumption. These checkpoints are conducted during holiday periods, but can be done upon direction at any time.
Operation Tag & Hook
Base-wide sweeps for tagging "abandoned" vehicles and subsequent towing, if discrepancies are not addressed. Conducted annually Base-wide, or as requested on a smaller scale.
Contact Information
Office Hours: M-F 0800-1400
IDS PIN/Del Mar Turnstile Issuance Hours: M-F 0800-1400
**OFFICE CLOSURE: Friday will be utilized as an administrative/training day**
Phone Number: 760-725-9454
Email: PNDL_PMO_PhySec@usmc.mil
Physical Security provides the following support for commands aboard the installation: Physical Security Surveys, Crime Prevention Surveys, Lost, found, and abandoned property, and Marine Corps Electronic Security Systems.
PIN ISSUANCE
Effective immediately, the Physical Security Office will no longer accept emailed copies of the following documentation:
Access Control Officer Appointment Letters
Access Rosters (Signed by the Commanding Officer (CO), Officer in Charge (OIC), or designated personnel assigned in writing)
Pin Requests (signed by the Access Control Officer ONLY)
Please ensure that all personnel requiring pin access have the abovementioned documents, in hand or we will be unable to grant personnel access.
PIN ISSUANCE LOCATIONS
Bldg. 4100377 (Primary Location)
Bldg. 23171 (Flightline Access, PIN Access)
PHYSICAL SECURITY SURVEYS
Per MCO 5530.14A, commanders must identify, in writing, all designated restricted areas within their respective commands and provide the information, in writing, to the Provost Marshal annually by 30 November. Additionally, all restricted areas are required to have a Physical Security Survey conducted annually by the PMO Physical Security Office.
Prior to scheduling a Physical Security Survey IAW MCO 5530.14A, the following information will be required to be submitted to the OMB: Current Restricted Area Letter (RAL) (Endorsed by the CO on an ANNUAL basis)
Rank, name, email address and phone number of the designated point of contact (POC) who will be escorting the assigned Physical Security Specialist within the areas annotated on the RAL (SNCO/Officer/GS Equivalent ONLY)
(3) dates/times identified for POC availability, approximately 30 days out
**Request via email at: PNDL_PMO_PhySec@usmc.mil w/ ‘Physical Security Survey requested for Bldg XXXXXX’ in subject header**
Please note the following:
Upon completion of the survey, IAW MCO 5530.14A, Specialists have 30 days to return the survey.
Identified discrepancies require a Correction Action Plan, which must be submitted to our section within 90 days. This avoids being placed on the delinquency hit list.
CRIME PREVENTION SURVEYS
Crime Prevention Surveys are conducted to identify nature, extent, and underlying causes of criminal activity, or conditions conducive to criminal activity within an area or a specific facility. Crime Prevention Surveys are not required but provide a commander an analysis of conditions indicating the presence of, or potential for criminal conduct. Crime Prevention Surveys may be conducted on:
Bachelor Enlisted/Officer Quarters
Government facilities that maintain negotiable instruments (checks, cash, etc.)
Tenant organizations such as banks, credit unions, etc.
Facilities requested by unit commanders, at the discretion of the Provost Marshal
**Request via email at: PNDL_PMO_PhySec@usmc.mil w/ ‘Crime Prevention Survey requested for Bldg XXXXXX in subject header**
CRIME PREVENTION BRIEFS
The Provost Marshal Office provides crime prevention briefs to units, which can be disseminated within the unit, as necessary. This brief contains information regarding Operation Slow Down, crime statistics and resources.
**Request via email at: PNDL_PMO_PhySec@usmc.mil w/ ‘Crime Prevention Brief’ in subject header**
LOST & FOUND ITEMS
The Crime Prevention section with the Provost Marshal Office accepts found property for proper handling and final disposition.
Please view the link listed below and/or contact us at 760-725-9454 regarding items within our possession.
Lost and Found Inventory 4 Aug
Mission
The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) investigates all reports of alleged, suspected and actual criminal conduct, and family violence, brought to the attention of the Provost Marshal´s Office, and refers investigative jurisdiction to the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) Resident Agency, for crimes that meet specific investigative thresholds. CID also compiles and disseminates criminal information/intelligence that impacts military readiness and force protection; manages the Evidence Facility within the Provost Marshal´s Office; maintains the capabilities to provide protective service details for visiting dignitaries, and negotiators during crisis incidents; interfaces with the NCIS for polygraph support, technical support and unique investigative resources; and maintains liaison with local, county, state and federal law enforcement and investigative agencies, social service agencies and advocacy programs.
Contact Numbers
CID can be reached by phone at 760-763-2796
CID can be reached by fax at 760-725-0929
USERS SHALL REPORT ALL SUSPICIOUS EMAILS
(see Instructions below)
DO NOT FORWARD THE EMAIL OR SEND TO ANY OTHER ADDRESS!!!
Be Cautious; malicious cyber actors continue to improve their tactics, techniques, and procedures. If you receive suspicious emails do NOT interact with them. If utilizing your Marine Corps account, report them as an email attachment to suspicious@usmc.mil. Phishing attempts appear in various forms of communication; such as emails, phone calls, social media, messaging services, etc.; all in an attempt to trick you into providing personal identifiable information (PII). Phishing email attempts regularly utilize subjects and email addresses that appear to be legit. Look for a valid digital signing certificate to verify the identity of the sender.
Please review and follow procedures for reporting suspicious emails:
1. Select the message from the Inbox reading view. NOTE: Do not open the message.
2. Right click on Email, then select Copy
3. Open a new Email message.
4. Right-click in the blank content area, then select Paste from the dialog box or press (Control & V).
5. Type SPAM or PHISHING in the Subject line.
6. Send to suspicious@usmc.mil or suspiciousemail@usmc.mil or your local Information Awareness (IA) Officer, S-6, or Marine Corps Service Desk.