Since taking office, I have sought to publicly announce policy decisions and the reasoning behind these decisions. My hope is to help the community better understand how our criminal justice system works and the role of the District Attorney. …

Supporting victims, building trust The Victim-Witness program of the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office was designed to create a more trauma-informed, compassionate and inclusive response for victims and witnesses involved with the criminal justice system in Douglas County, Kansas. This team works to ensure that victims and witnesses are not further victimized in the wake of a crime as cases move through the criminal justice system. Coordinators act as liaisons between law enforcement, prosecutors, community resources, families, criminal justice system representatives, employers and schools.

Happy New Year from the Douglas County District Attorney It’s hard to believe my first year in office has nearly passed. Throughout 2021, the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office has worked to reduce the criminal justice footprint for all, increase office transparency and ensure justice for all communities. Since the…