Record Numbers for New Felony Diversion Program Provides Alternative to Prosecution

The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office new Felony Diversion Program has provided an alternative to 1,300 individuals facing criminal prosecution in the county while ensuring the safety of families in our communities. Under this new program, which is a combination of the Drug Diversion and Felony Pretrial Intervention programs, those facing criminal charges can receive treatment tailored to them that addresses their underlying criminal behaviors.

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What does the County Attorney's Office Do?

The County Attorney’s Office is an essential part of the criminal justice system in Maricopa County. As the third-largest public prosecutor’s office in the U.S., MCAO handles well over 30,000 criminal cases per year. With more than 900 full time employees including attorneys, investigators, paralegals, victim advocates and support staff, the Maricopa County Attorney’s office is committed to helping ensure justice for all.

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Determine charging for all felonies in the county and misdemeanors in unincorporated areas of the county.

Provide comprehensive victims services and crime prevention programs.

Provide legal services for the County Board of Supervisors and all County departments and agencies.

Keeping Kids and Pets Safe from Vehicular Heatstroke

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, vehicular heatstroke is the number one cause of death in non-collision fatalities for children 14 and younger. Vehicular heatstroke is an entirely preventable tragedy, and everyone can do their part to help make sure not one more child dies from heatstroke in a car. If you’ve had a change in routine, remind yourself that a child is in the car by using the following tips.

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The temperature inside your car can increase twenty degrees in ten minuets

Protect your home and stay one step ahead of burglars!

Keep Your Home Safe this Summer

In the United States, a home is burglarized every 13 seconds, with most thefts taking place during the day when people are not expected to be at home. Stay one step ahead of burglars by frequently checking your home for areas of easy access and keeping your valuables out of sight.

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Vaping Warning Signs for Parents

In Arizona, 51% of high school students have tried a vaping device at least once. Developing a vaping habit at such a young age will make it easier to start smoking cigarettes or transition to other substances in the future. While they are young, we can help prevent youth from starting habits that could hurt their health and development. There are signs parents can pay attention to while at home to know if their teen may be vaping.

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Understanding Shannon’s Law this Fourth of July

Due to gravity and its aerodynamic design, the speed of a falling bullet can be deadly. For this reason, under Shannon’s law, negligently firing a gun into the air within the limits of any municipality in Arizona is a felony. This 4^th of July keep others in mind and celebrate with a bullet free sky.

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The Bridge Forum

Last week, I was fortunate to join leaders and community members from all sectors of the criminal justice system at the HeroZona Foundation’s Bridge Forum series, Time for Change. Hearing from our community this past month, it’s evident that change is needed to fix the discrepancies within our criminal justice system and having an open dialogue is an essential part of that change. The next steps in this process are still to be determined but many in our community feel justice is out of reach and we must respond to address this issue through thoughtful and meaningful conversations that will lead to change.

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