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In order to prevent, respond and investigate to a potential terrorist threat more effectively, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department teamed with the FBI and other local police agencies in forming the Orange County Joint Terrorism Task Force (OCJTTF) in 2002. The OCJTTF is one of sixty-six JTTF’s across the United States and the 3rd largest in the nation. This task force is an intricate influence in the war on terror. Task Force members are responsible for collecting, analyzing and sharing critical information and intelligence involving matters related to any terrorism investigation occurring in or affecting the Orange County area. Task Force Members have undergone extensive background checks and training in FBI and Homeland Security protocol. Working together, the Orange County Joint Terrorism Task Force remains effective in its’ ability to respond to matters of Homeland Security within Orange County.