Most people think code enforcement is just paperwork and citations. The truth? It can turn dangerous—fast. Every knock on a door could be their last. Code enforcement officers walk into volatile situations every day—armed not with weapons, but with ordinances.

In this episode, host Matt Silver is joined by Justin Gardiner, A City Code Compliance Manager and on the Board of Directors for the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO), to confront the harsh reality of what code enforcement officers endure on the job. Together, they discuss the growing number of safety incidents across California and the nation—from verbal threats and digital harassment to fatal attacks—and the laws and programs created to protect those who serve.

Host: Matthew R. Silver, CCEO, Esq.

Guest Speaker(s): Justin Gardiner, CCEO

Justin Gardiner has dedicated over 15 years to public service, from the U.S. Army to the Department of Defense, earning the Meritorious Service Medal for his leadership. Now, as Cathedral City’s Code Compliance Manager, adjunct professor at Santiago Canyon College, and CACEO Region 6 Director, Justin advocates for officer safety, education, and professional standards statewide.

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