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DA Releases 25-yeas OIS Analysis

DA Releases 25-year OIS Analysis

August 15, 2019

An updated analysis of officer-involved shootings in San Diego County is revealing commonalities in many of the incidents, including the time and day of the week they occur, the impact of drug use, and the use of less-lethal force. [TWEET THIS] The study shows that between 1993 and 2017, 451 people were involved in violent […]

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San Diego Man Released from Prison 33 Years Early Under New Re-sentencing Law. Group photo of Kent Williams, his family and District Attorney Summer Stephan, Assemblymember Phil ting.

DA Initiates Re-sentencing, Releasing Inmate 33 Years Early

August 1, 2019

In 2003, 57-year-old Kent Williams burglarized two North Park homes and stole a car.  He was convicted of the crimes and because of California’s Three Strikes Law, at the time a judge sentenced him to 50 years-to-life in state prison.[TWEET THIS] [WATCH THE LIVE STREAM OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT] Earlier this year, Williams is believed to […]

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Preventing Human Trafficking on 'World Day Against Trafficking of Persons'

Preventing Human Trafficking on ‘World Day Against Trafficking in Persons’

July 30, 2019

Every year there is an estimated 8,000 new victims of sex trafficking in San Diego County, making human trafficking the second-largest underground economy after drugs, generating over $810 million in revenue per year. To bring awareness to this worldwide issue, the United Nations’ designated July 30 “World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.” To commemorate this […]

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Citizens of Courage 2023: Juan Fierro

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Citizens of Courage 2023: Terri Miller

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Citizens of Courage 2023: Carlos and Elizabeth Muñoz

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Citizens of Courage 2023: Linda Martinez

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DA Joins School Threat Assessment Conference

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One Safe Place– The North County Family Justice Center

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Today, employees from the DA's Office mustered together in Cardiff, CA to participate in the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run. This year, our office had 31 participants and supporters and raised over $1,000 dollars to support the Special Olympics athletes. Our team was one of the top fund raising teams in San Diego County and in the top 10 for all of the Southern California teams. The Torch Run kicked off at the Chula Vista Police Department on Tuesday and agencies from all over San Diego County ran relay legs between 1 and 5 miles to move the torch from Chula Vista to Camp Pendleton. The DA’s office covered the 5-mile leg between Carmel Valley and Cardiff and passed the torch off to the San Diego Sheriff’s Department. Congrats everyone! ... See MoreSee Less

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Today, employees from the DA's Office mustered tog Today, employees from the DA's Office mustered together in Cardiff, CA to participate in the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run. 
This year, our office had 31 participants and supporters and raised over $1,000 dollars to support the Special Olympics athletes. Our team was one of the top fund raising teams in San Diego County and in the top 10 for all of the Southern California teams. The Torch Run kicked off at the Chula Vista Police Department on Tuesday and agencies from all over San Diego County ran relay legs between 1 and 5 miles to move the torch from Chula Vista to Camp Pendleton. The DA’s office covered the 5-mile leg between Carmel Valley and Cardiff and passed the torch off to the San Diego Sheriff’s Department. Congrats everyone!

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Have you witnessed sexual or physical abuse by som Have you witnessed sexual or physical abuse by someone in a school setting in San Diego County?
Not sure where to turn?
Go to SDStudentSafety.org
Today, we stand with friends, family and colleague Today, we stand with friends, family and colleagues to remember and honor our military heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 
They will never be forgotten.
Thank you for your service.
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In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander He In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month #AAPImonth, which is observed throughout the month of May, we are featuring stories of DA employees, what inspired them to pursue a career in public service and their contributions at the DA’s Office.

Meet Chief of the Appellate and Training Division Linh Lam, who began working at the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office in 2006 as a Deputy District Attorney. She is currently the Chief of the Appellate and Training Division, which provides support to our Administration and line deputies, including work in writs and appeals, legal research and analysis, policies, ethics, legislation, legal education and training, and records requests. Read more about what inspired Linh to pursue a career in law enforcement at the DA’s Office, below.

What inspired you to choose a career in law enforcement/at the DA’s Office? 
“My parents were victims of an armed robbery, and their experience with the criminal justice system left much to be desired. It made me realize that representation by people of diverse background in law enforcement is critical to the community’s access to justice. Without people of diverse background at all levels of the criminal justice system, from police to prosecutors to judges, those most in need of justice may not have access to it.”

What is your favorite part of the job? 
“I love working with the great people at the DA’s Office. It’s always a good day when I get to work with smart people who do their best to ensure that we protect victims and prevent crime.”

What does Asian American and Pacific Islander Month mean to you/why is it important to you?
“AAPI Month recognizes the history, culture, struggles, achievements, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans in the United States. Only through this recognition of AAPI and other persons of diverse background can we work towards the goal of equality and equity for all people.”

(Visit DAnewsCenter.com and search "AAPI Month" to read more stories!)
In this week's DA News, District Attorney @SummerS In this week's DA News, District Attorney @SummerStephan talks about the sentencing in a domestic violence murder case and multiple recognitions received by the DA's Office. Watch more in the video.
The fight against fentanyl continues in San Diego The fight against fentanyl continues in San Diego County as the DA's Office joined the U.S. Attorney and other local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to announce that an unprecedented two-month fentanyl enforcement surge along the southwest border has resulted in the seizure of over 4,000 pounds of fentanyl, 1,700 pounds of fentanyl precursors and more than 200 arrests of alleged smugglers, traffickers and dealers within the Southern and Central Districts of California. 

“Operation Blue Lotus represents the kind of exceptional law enforcement and prosecution innovation and collaboration that can effectively impact deadly fentanyl distribution and save lives,” said San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan. “I want to recognize the leadership of the U.S. Attorney and other key partners in bringing this operation forward. This operation yielded an extraordinary outcome that is having a direct impact on public safety. The prosecutions that resulted from this operation are an example of our ongoing commitment to holding dealers and traffickers accountable.”

Watch more in the video, where DA Summer Stephan explains how her office was involved and what it is doing to combat the fentanyl crisis.

Read more about the operation Blue Lotus, here: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdca/pr/fentanyl-enforcement-surge-results-massive-increase-seizures-and-arrests
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander He In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month #APPImonth, which is observed throughout the month of May, we are featuring stories of DA employees, what inspired them to pursue a career in public service and their contributions at the DA's Office. 

Meet Administrative Analyst Ronald Agarma, who began working at the San Diego County District Attorney's Office in 2005 as a Student Worker. He is currently an Administrative Analyst III in the Human Resources Division, where he helps coordinate recruitments for various positions within the office and handles other human resources related duties. Read more about what inspired Ronald to pursue career in law enforcement at the DA's Office, below.

What inspired you to choose a career in law enforcement/at the DA’s Office? 
“Before I started as a Student Worker at the South Bay Branch, I had a few different jobs within the County and in the private sector. Something that stuck out to me was the camaraderie within that branch. I liked it so much I spent the next 10 to 11 years of my life there. I wanted to spread that feeling throughout the office and was lucky enough to do so by joining the Human Resources team.” 

What is your favorite part of the job? 
“The people…whether its meeting with new hires to go over paperwork or seeing old coworkers from 15 years ago, I love talking to them all.” 

What does Asian American and Pacific Islander Month mean to you/why is it important to you?
“I think about my parents and how they got here. I love asking them to tell me the stories on how things were in the Philippines, how they got here and how they assimilated in this new country. So, I think AAPI Month is a great way to celebrate the different journeys of all AAPI immigrants and citizens and their unique traditions and cultures.”
On Friday, One Safe Place: The North County Family On Friday, One Safe Place: The North County Family Justice Center @northcountyfjc received the Good Neighbor Award by Goodwill Industries of San Diego County @goodwillsandiego, an important partner for One Safe Place that has helped train and prepare survivors of violent crimes and abuse to be able to go back into the workforce. Learn more about One Safe Place and this award, in the video.
For more information, visit OneSafePlaceNorth.org.
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander He In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month #AAPImonth, which is observed throughout the month of May, we are featuring stories of DA employees, what inspired them to pursue a career in public service and their contributions at the DA's Office.

Meet Legal Support Manager Nathaniel Amarento, who began working at the San Diego County District Attorney's Office in 2005 as a Student Worker. He is currently the Legal Support Manager (LSM) working in the Superior Court Division, Administration, Special Operations and Trial Support Services. As an LSM, he works behind the scenes to ensure our units and divisions run smoothly, resolving issues, answering questions, and finding ways to work efficiently. He also helps with requests such as, needs for programs/access through the Information Technology Department and obtaining quotes to purchase items needed for our Deputy DA’s cases. Read more about what inspired Nathaniel to pursue a career in law enforcement at the DA's Office, below.

What inspired you to choose a career in law enforcement/at the DA’s Office?

“Having a career in law enforcement and at the DA’s office is a great opportunity, which I think it could be considered as both direct and indirect ways to serve the community and touch so many lives. It’s good to know that I’m here to make a difference and be a part of improving our society.”

What is your favorite part of the job?

“My favorite part of the job is not only knowing our office is seeking justice but also seeing everyone in the DA’s Office grow. I’ve seen people come in as a student workers or Office Assistants and move up. Some of them becoming Deputy DAs, paralegals, supervisors, and LSMs. It feels good knowing I’ve contributed to the growth and development of staff within the District Attorney’s Office.”

What does Asian American and Pacific Islander Month mean to you/why is it important to you? 
(READ HIS FULL RESPONSE ON DAnewsCenter.com and search "AAPI Month" for more stories).
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