Investigating A Norteño Soldado

How to Use This Book
The information in this book is from my correctional experience I have collected over my career. There are different variations of gang behavior and organizational structure within institutions, and as a result, certain details presented in this book may differ from the observations of other correctional officers or gang investigators. Different gang behaviors from one institution to another often stem from factors such as the facility's layout, security level, inmate population, and the presence of influence of gang leaders. Gang leaders shape how the gang operates, communicates, and enforce their internal rules.
Terminology and gang position titles can vary from one institution to another. The information in this book reflects how the NF and Norteños operated at DVI and should be understood within the context of that specific institution. My goal is to teach you the infrastructure behind how the soldiers of the NF operate inside prison. That starts with understanding their terms, signs, symbols, and the behavioral patterns that define a committed Norteño. Once you understand how they communicate, how they operate, and how they enforce discipline, you'll be able to conduct stronger investigations, identify gang activity earlier, and testify with confidence as a gang expert.