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Going to Bat for Victims when Criminals are up for Parole

Going to Bat for Victims

When notorious convicted murderer, Betty Broderick, was up for parole in 2017, it was Deputy DA Richard Sachs who represented the people of California at a record-breaking 11-hour hearing, arguing against her release. Ultimately, the board voted to deny parole for 15 years and Broderick will remain in state prison where she is serving time […]

DA honors 6 at annual Citizens of Courage Awards

DA honors 6 at annual Citizens of Courage Awards

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan today honored six brave individuals with a Citizens of Courage Award during the 29th annual event, which is held as part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. [TWEET THIS] “These individuals all displayed extraordinary bravery in the face of serious crime,” DA Stephan said. “By honoring them, we’re […]

Hundreds Removed from Gang Injunction Lists

Hundreds Removed from Gang Injunction Lists

The names of 332 people have been removed from civil gang injunction lists affecting neighborhoods across San Diego County following a careful review by the District Attorney’s Office, which worked to confirm individuals’ lack of recent criminal and gang activity. The civil injunctions were filed several years ago in various cities across the county, often […]

DA Lawyer, Lilia Garcia, Makes Women's Hall of Fame

DA Lawyer Makes Women’s Hall of Fame

Lilia Garcia has spent much of her life promoting equality and justice on both sides of the border, mentoring young Latina attorneys and training lawyers in Mexico and the U.S. On Sunday she will be inducted into the Women’s Hall of Fame at the 18th annual ceremony recognizing women from San Diego whose actions and […]

DA Investigator Honored for Efforts in Drug Prevention

DA Investigator Honored for Efforts in Drug Prevention

Investigator Anthony “Tony” Pellegrino received the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks’ Enrique Camarena Award.  This award recognizes and honors law enforcement officers who have made a significant contribution in the field of drug prevention. The District Attorney Bureau of Investigation nominated Tony for the drug awareness and prevention classes he has been teaching at […]

Office Manager Convicted of 51 Felony Counts in Massive Patient Referral Scam

Restitution for Customers who Purchased ProActiv Acne Product from Direct Marketing Company

District Attorney Summer Stephan announced today that California-based Guthy-Renker L.L.C, which markets acne treatment care and hair products, will pay up to $8.5 million to settle a consumer protection lawsuit that it misled customers as a result of its auto-renew practices. [TWEET THIS] The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office, as part of the California […]