ACCOMPLISHMENTS
“Four years ago, you placed your trust in me to serve as Cumberland County’s District Attorney.
“Together, we’ve begun building a justice system that is fair, compassionate, and focused on what truly keeps our communities safe.”
Created a Sex Crimes Prosecution Team to prioritize these frequently under-prosecuted cases, take them to trial, and give victims the justice they deserve.
Won a $2.5 million federal grant to collect, test, and investigate hundreds of stored rape kits (some almost four decades old), and investigate and prosecute where possible.
Created a new alcohol and drug addiction diversion program to help defendants find their way to recovery.
Developed and expanded a restorative justice program to help low-level, first-time offenders accept accountability, restore constructive connections to community, and reduce future criminal conduct.
Identified and began fixing systemic gaps in the Mental Health docket, and instituted changes to help keep both the public, and individuals with acute mental health needs, safer.
Tapped by legislators to lead a statewide task force to identify persistent problems in our civil mental health system and propose solutions.
Partnered with local agencies to connect over 300 unhoused residents to long-term housing.
Put federal immigration agents on notice that they are not above the law when they threaten public safety.