How District Attorneys Shape the Lives of Our Loved Ones

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The District Attorney is an elected official who acts as the prosecutor for the judicial district. Judge District Attorney

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Every four years, voters have the option to vote for a new District Attorney that will represent all of their county.


The District Attorney can decide to PUNISH our loved ones for their mistakes and put them in cages.


The District Attorney can also offer alternatives to incarceration that can help reduce criminalization in our communities.


A compassionate and understanding District Attorney who seeks alternatives to incarceration works with the community they serve to reimagine what safety looks like.


When Joe Buck was arrested, he was at risk of going to jail and being separated from his family that depends on him. u’re Yo r unde ! st arre

The District Attorney was able to connect him with the proper resources to help him find a job.


When Money Inc. was polluting Oak Tree County,

the District Attorney was able to charge Money Inc. with polluting the local environment.


When Jane Doe was evicted, Cop Buck used excessive force.

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The District Attorney was able to prosecute Cop Buck. ge,

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It is very important that our District Attorney use their elected role to care for our community by working to keep families together.


We deserve a world where our community has access to basic needs and our families stay together!


To learn more and to get involved, please visit:

ACDA Table acpeoplespriorities.com

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