New Chief Investigator is Sworn In
He has 31 years of community-based law enforcement experience. Meet Chief Investigator Jorge Duran, who was sworn in by District Attorney Summer Stephan this week. WATCH this video. [TWEET THIS]
DA Vows Fair and Equal Justice at Swearing In
District Attorney Summer Stephan took her Oath of Office this week. In this video, she talks about her priorities as the County’s top law enforcement official the next four years. [TWEET THIS]
Juvenile Smuggling Prevention
Teenagers in the South Bay are being recruited to smuggle dangerous drugs that could land them in jail…or end up killing them. Watch more in this video. [TWEET THIS]
She has supported 45 victims
She has volunteered over 200 hours of service and helped 45 victims this year. Meet one of our Court Dog Program volunteers and her canine partner, who was recently recognized for her incredible support, in this video. [TWEET THIS]
Learn more about the Court Dog Program, here.
Exploring Their Options
Hundreds of teenagers got an inside look at police work during the annual Explorer Academy. The unique program is organized by various local law enforcement, including the DA’s Office, and it’s building bridges between cops and the community. Watch more in this video. [TWEET THIS]
DA Receives Pro Patria Award
The DA’s Office recently received a prestigious award from the Department of Defense for support of Reserve Military Employees. Watch more in this video. [TWEET THIS]
Read more about this award, here.
Splitting Time
Did you know that sometimes a judge will ‘split’ a defendant’s sentence—meaning part of it is served in custody and part of it out of custody. See how the DA’s Office is leading the state in creatively supervising people with split sentences to help them to not re-offend, in this video. [TWEET THIS]
Hate Crime Victim Turns Hate Crime Prosecutor
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the District Attorney is highlighting compelling stories from DA employees and what inspired them to pursue a career in public service. Today, meet Deputy District Attorney Leonard Trinh who prosecutes hate crimes and was once a victim of a hate crime himself. Watch more in this video. [TWEET THIS]
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Reaching Out to Homeless Victims
The DA’s Office is reaching out to San Diego’s homeless population to offer victim services they may not know exist. Watch more in this video. [TWEET THIS]
Prosecutor Inspired After Becoming a Victim of Violent Crime
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are highlighting District Attorney employees and what inspired them to pursue a career in public service. Meet Deputy District Attorney Fanny Yu, who was inspired by a personal experience that almost ended her life. Watch more in this video. [TWEET THIS]
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