BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) \u2014 A Bakersfield Police detective facing federal charges of sexual exploitation of a minor and receiving child pornography has had his law enforcement certification temporarily suspended.<\/p>\n
The Police Officer Standards and Training office has temporarily suspended the POST certification of Marc Lugo, meaning he cannot perform his duties or exercise the powers of a sworn officer during the suspension period.<\/p>\n
Experts say this is usually the first step in an officer permanently losing their POST certification, which is a requirement to be a police officer in California.<\/p>\n
According to court documents, Lugo asked the minor to send him sexually explicit material.<\/p>\n
Lugo has pleaded not guilty to all charges.<\/p>\n
His next court appearance is set for January in the Federal District Court in Fresno.<\/p>\n
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