Former FCI Dublin Officer Pleads Guilty to Abuse
David Perez admits to sexually abusing inmates and lying to federal agents during a multi-year investigation at the facility.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Sex Crimes
Former Bureau of Prisons officer David Perez has pleaded guilty to charges related to the sexual abuse of two female inmates at FCI Dublin. Perez admitted to using his position as a Discipline Hearing Officer to facilitate sexual contact and lying to investigators.
Why it matters
The plea marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation into widespread misconduct at FCI Dublin. Perez is the tenth correctional officer to be convicted or enter a guilty plea as part of the probe involving eleven total staff members.
Perez faces potential prison sentences of up to 15 years for sexual abuse, two years for sexual contact, and eight years for false statements, with maximum fines of $250,000 per count. He has been released on bond pending his court appearance.
The players
David Perez
He is a former Bureau of Prisons correctional officer who served as a Discipline Hearing Officer at FCI Dublin.
The details
Between 2014 and 2016, Perez held private meetings with inmates in the Captain's Complex, leveraging his authority over disciplinary actions to force sexual contact. He later provided false statements to federal agents in October 2024, claiming his interactions were limited to standard escort procedures.
Timeline
September 1994: Perez began his employment with the Bureau of Prisons.
October 2014: Perez assumed his role as a Discipline Hearing Officer.
August 2019: Perez ended his employment at the Bureau of Prisons.
October 8, 2024: Perez made false statements to federal investigators.
March 25, 2027: David Perez is scheduled for sentencing.
Legal Context
This case follows a series of federal prosecutions targeting systemic misconduct within the prison system. It highlights the growing scrutiny on correctional facilities and the use of the judicial process to address institutional failures in the Northern District of California.
This guilty plea serves as a formal update for Dublin residents regarding the status of the investigation into the local federal correctional facility. It underscores the ongoing legal actions taken by federal authorities to hold former officials accountable for abuses against inmates.
The takeaway
This case underscores the intense scrutiny currently facing federal correctional staff and the severe legal consequences for those who abuse their positions. Victims of institutional misconduct or concerned parties should monitor federal court dockets for further developments.
What happens next
David Perez is scheduled to appear for sentencing on March 25, 2027.
Further reading
For additional updates on this ongoing case, visit the Sex Crimes section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The United States Department of Justice.
