Gov. Newsom says clerk blamed him for retail theft surge. Here’s the issue behind his story

El Dorado County District Attorney Vern Pierson speaks out on CBS news about some of the forces causing the spike in crime in California, especially legislation that has kept offenders out of jail and prison. Gov. Gavin Newsom said a retail clerk blamed him for the...

We want to give a warm welcome to our new South Lake Tahoe Victim Witness Advocate, Alyssa Prelip. We look forward to her contributions to our office, providing assistance, guidance, and resources to victims of crimes.

We want to give a warm welcome to our new South Lake Tahoe Victim Witness Advocate, Alyssa Prelip. We look forward to her contributions to our office, providing assistance, guidance, and resources to victims of crimes.

Brandon Beene

Brandon Beene – Convicted of Domestic Violence and Child Abuse/EndangermentOn January 25, 2024, an El Dorado County jury found Brandon Beene guilty of a felony violation of domestic violence and a misdemeanor violation of child abuse or endangerment.In June of 2019,...

As the end of January is nearing, let’s come together to shine a light on the often unseen shadows of fear and harassment for Stalking Awareness Month.

As the end of January is nearing, let’s come together to shine a light on the often unseen shadows of fear and harassment for Stalking Awareness Month. It’s a collective effort to create a community where safety and respect thrive. By acknowledging the...

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DA Investigator Cynthia Moore.

The El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office would like to introduce newly hired DA Investigator Cynthia Moore. DAI Moore is assigned to investigate cases related to the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance and Unemployment Insurance Anti-Fraud Grant Program through...