He earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law. DAs Office Reaches Plea Agreement On 2021 Shooting Death in Brentwood, Martinez Man Faces Charges of Robbery, Mail Theft, and Carjacking of a Postal Service Vehicle, Unlicensed Contractor Adan Rivas Convicted of Multiple Felonies and Misdemeanors. We have continued to prosecute cases at the same rate as the previous administration. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, Calif. - Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office says they and the Federal Bureau of Investigations are investigating Antioch and Pittsburg police department officers for a "broad range of offenses. Intern and Trainee placement opportunities are available in the adult, older adult and children's programs serving a geographical area within the county. Our office interviews for these positions in August of each year during the On-Campus Interview Process at most California law schools. We continue to find ways to modernize our Office as we focus on the community's needs to ensure Contra Costa County remains a safe and welcoming place to live and work. VIDEO: Rev. Voters will have until Tuesday to decide between two . First published on June 5, 2022 / 7:37 PM. I thank the people of Contra Costa County for believing that our justice system can keep us safe, and be more just and equitable.". She began her career with Centre County Public Defenders Office in State College, Pennsylvania. Check out Bay Area safety tracker, Tracking the drought: Map shows conditions across SF Bay Area, Bay Area Life; Sundays at 6:30 p.m. on ABC7, Local resources for survivors and victims of gun violence, Woman beaten, dragged during brazen SF robbery after church, San Francisco officials vow to crack down on crime after 2 horrific murders, Oakland mayor, police chief plead with community as city records 100th homicide, San Francisco district attorney looks for new approach to homeless, mental health issues. All interns/trainees are provided at least one hour of individual supervision each week. Becton is the first woman, and first African American, to serve as district attorney in the county's 167-year history. Another is Seth Steward. Commissioner Shoker was an Adjunct Professor at Chabot College and taught Contracts to Paralegal students. MARTINEZ, Calif. (KGO) -- The Contra Costa County District Attorney is facing allegations of corruption Thursday. SEE ALSO: Another woman sexually assaulted at Dublin prison; seeks witness protection. Bill O'Malley, a longtime district attorney and Superior Court judge in Contra Costa County, and a founding member of the county's public defender's office, died Monday. Intern California State Senator Jim Beall Jan 2015 - . "I was walking in my neighborhood, couple blocks from my house, and a car pulled behind me. Winnie Huynh, Psy.D. Generally these are motions to set aside an information pursuant to California Penal Code section 995, or motions to suppress evidence pursuant to California Penal Code section 1538.5. Judge Athanasiou was appointed to the Contra Costa County Superior Court by Governor Newsom in September 2021. In Contra Costa County, incumbent District Attorney Diana Becton is currently the only Black district attorney in all of California. 174 followers . He is also the current president of the Charles Houston Bar Association, the oldest Black bar association in California. This program has been designed to redirect low level misdemeanor offenses from entering the criminal justice system by working as a community to come up with solutions that address the harm caused by these offenses and by focusing on restoring all who have been impacted. Published June 8, 2022 Updated 9:15AM 2022 Midterm Elections Bay City News Foundation MARTINEZ, Calif. - Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton won re-election Tuesday,. It's the first time I've been here in a lot of years," said Hinman. Over the course of our 10 week paid program, each clerk will have an opportunity to argue motions in court, conduct felony preliminary hearings, and prosecute their own misdemeanor jury trial. This is an entry level position. August 1958 (age 64) [1] Political party. Peterson resigned after a scandal involving the use of campaign funds for personal use. Then there is Terry Wiley, a 32-year veteran of the Alameda County District Attorney's office. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Residents of Contra Costa County served by the Behavioral Health Division belong to a variety of cultural/ethnic backgrounds as well as socioeconomic strata. KTVU has reached out to Antioch police, but has not yet heard back. Contact Us: Public Information Contacts Media Inquiries ContactWebmaster County Administration Building: 1025 Escobar Street, Martinez, CA 945531st Floor: Clerk of the Board2nd Floor: Human Resources3rd Floor: County Counsel4th Floor: County Administration. 2010 - June 14, 2017. Jupiter and Venus appear to 'kiss' in the sky, FL Gov. 2425 Bisso Lane, Suite 200 Deputy District Attorney - Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office at Contra Costa County District Attorney . She returned to California in 1999 where she worked at Legal Aid of Marin and the Alameda County Public Defenders Office. She said Becton's policies empower criminals and endanger law-abiding citizens. Every single person who was apprehended and arrested has been charged with serious felonies, including organized retail theft and robberies," said Becton. Supporters said her efforts helped to cut down on freeway shootings in Contra Costa County in recent years. San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin and Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton simply listened. She believes the county is headed in the wrong direction. TAKE ACTION: Local resources for survivors and victims of gun violence. CONCORD (KPIX) -- One of the big races in Contra Costa County is the district attorney seat. "I heard a request for a resource list, for example. Becton ran on her record of fighting local gang activity as co-leader of the FBI Safe Streets Task Force, as well as saying she eliminated the backlog of untested sexual assault kits, worked with victims' rights groups, and addressed racial disparities and bias in the dispositions of criminal cases. We continue to find ways to modernize our Office as we focus on the communitys needs to ensure Contra Costa County remains a safe and welcoming place to live and work. Jesse Jackson lends support to San Francisco DA Chesa Boudin in recall election. Knox said during the campaign that Becton hasn't personally prosecuted a case. "The district attorneys have so much influence and power that many members of the public may be unaware of," says Terrance Evans, a partner at the global law firm Duane Morris, where he is co-leader of the international banking and financial services practice. Judge Athanasiou likes to spend his free time hiking and camping with his family, and attending live jazz shows. These survivors also emphasized the need for accountability and victim's compensation. Contra Costa County Human Trafficking Tipline 925-957-8658 (available 24/7) Contra Costa County Consumer Fraud Hotline DA-ReportFraud@contracostada.org The application and a letter of interest must be emailed to DA Human Resources no later than February 1, 2023. It's had a really serious impact on our businesses. She served as a volunteer mediator in hundreds of cases involving personal injury, neighbor disputes, civil harassment, unlawful detainers, landlord-tenant disputes and small claims. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. As an undergraduate at the University of California, Davis, he studied math and economics, and volunteered for the Legal Aid Society of Yolo County in Woodland. San Francisco State University ( BA) Golden Gate University ( JD) Pacific School of Religion ( MTS) Diana Becton, also known as Diana Becton Smith [1] (born August 16, 1951) is a former trial judge and is currently both the first woman and first African American to be elected district attorney in the history of Contra Costa County in California. If you have graduated or will graduate prior to May/June 2023, we encourage you to apply for full-time employment with the county under the Mental Health Clinical Specialist classification. She filed charges against a Contra Costa County Sheriff's deputy who shot and killed a man during a slow-speed car chase in Danville in 2018. In addition, Shoker served as President of ADR Section of CCCBA from 2020-2021. Pursuant to Penal Code 14150 14156, the District Attorneys Office empowers panelists with the authority and responsibility to adjudicate certain infraction/misdemeanor offenses, and it empowers facilitators with the authority to facilitate the restorative justice process. That individuals don't have to go around trying to figure out who to call or where to go. This volunteer position is flexible and generally contacted on . DeSantis coming to CA as new poll shows him leading Trump, Ice flies off SUV, smashing windshield: 'You could kill somebody'. Employment & Volunteer Opportunities. 's office who was born and raised in Walnut Creek. She says given the national debate around criminal justice reform, voters are realizing the important role local prosecutors play. "She was visiting her friend's apartment when multiple gunshots were fired into the apartment and she was shot," said Redmond. Click on this link to download the NRP Flyer. "What I heard today, I'm also going to take it back to my office. For all other County departments and offices, see their web pages. The D.A. Over the course of our 10 week paid program, each clerk will have an opportunity to argue motions in court, conduct felony preliminary hearings, and prosecute their own misdemeanor jury trial. Judge Kirk Athanasiou We are all committed to protecting the public's safety and providing assistance to those harmed by violence. Martinez, California - Charges were filed on February 28th against 35-year-old Joshua Scott Anderson by the Contra Costa District Attorneys Office for robbing a US Postal worker and stealing their mail truck. Becton questioned Knox's ability to go after bad cops. has put policies in place which prohibit us from filing property crimes of less than $300. Diana Becton's office goes further by saying the investigation pertaining to several sworn officers involves "crimes of moral turpitude.". She is ready to serve the community and bring fair and righteous judgment to the bench. Contra Costa Behavioral Health provides an array of integrated mental health programs and services for children, adolescents, young adults, adults and older adults with severe and persistent mental illness. O . Countywide Intern Training Coordinator He is a chief deputy district attorney and the department's third highest-ranking member. They will also argue the motion in court, including calling and questioning of witnesses as necessary. "Contra Costa voters have spoken," Becton said in a statement Wednesday morning. Those officers have been placed on paid leave pending the investigation. At this time, we are able to accept applicants who are currently enrolled in a graduate program or those graduating after May/June 2023. Her office prosecuted a sheriff's deputy in a 2018 fatal on-duty shooting. A jury convicted the deputy of assault with a firearm. position in 2017 and won her election in 2018 by focusing on reform and restorative justice. If you are interested in becoming a panelist in the Contra Costa County District Attorneys Office Neighborhood Restorative Partnership program, please complete the application below and submit it to: Attn: Janet Era, Neighborhood Restorative Partnership. After graduating from law school, George clerked for one year with the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office before accepting a full-time position as a deputy district attorney in 1986. The programs and services provided by the division are offered through a system of care that includes Mental Health staff, Alcohol and Other Drug Services, Community Based Organizations, and a network of private providers. She is the only African American district attorney in California. The Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all persons regardless of their race, ethnic background, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability. More recently, he served as a consultant and on the board of directors for Waterside Workshops, a non-profit organization in Berkeley, that teaches underprivileged teens and young adults skills in bike mechanics and small boat building. February 17 Man dies in fatal crash on I-680 in . By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. There will be no run-off in the district attorney's race. Deputy District Attorney at the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office Berkeley, California, United States. He also served as a Deputy Public Defender at the Tulare County Public Defenders Office from 2005 to 2006. Occasionally, our office is able to hire second or third year law students for Spring Law Clerk positions. Finally! June 5, 2022 / 7:37 PM / CBS San Francisco. Each placement site that is currently available is described in detail below. RELATED: 'Chaos': Alameda Co. DA dismissing cases as pandemic-related backlog grows. Residents of Contra Costa County, who wish to volunteer in this program, will be trained to serve as panelists and develop community-based solutions to redress the harm caused by these low-level offenses. I want to underscore that our Office is here to serve you. Volunteers generally work alongside our staff or volunteer attorneys assisting clients with a range of civil legal needs. Superior Court of Contra Costa County Jun 2011 - Aug . Click on a candidate's name to see their website (will open in a separate tab or window). MARTINEZ, Calif. - Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton won re-election Tuesday, defeating county prosecutor Mary Knox with 56 percent of the vote. How safe is your neighborhood? Applicants can apply who are awaiting results for the California Bar Examination. 's office and the FBI have met with those officers. Attorney General Bonta and Five District Attorneys Announce $8 Million Settlement with Safeway for Environmental Violations at 71 Gas Stations Across California Press Release Attorney General Bonta and Five District Attorneys Announce Friday, September 16, 2022 Contact: (916) 210-6000, agpressoffice@doj.ca.gov Diana Becton, District Attorney Our Mission The mission of the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office is to seek justice and enhance public safety for all our residents by fairly, ethically, aggressively and efficiently prosecuting those who violate the law, and by working to prevent crime. I'm also going to be working with the Prosecutors Alliance to organize a listening session similar to this in Contra Costa County, so we can hear directly from victims in our own county as well," said Becton. I want to underscore that our Office is here to serve you. Martinez, Calif. On February 8th, 2023, a jury in Contra Costa County found 42-year-old Adan Contreras Rivas of Modesto guilty of multiple felonies and misdemeanors related to unlicensed contracting, fraud, and theft. Becton was a retired county Superior Court judge when the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors appointed her to fill the role vacated by former District Attorney Mark Peterson after he resigned in 2017. Knox has spent close to four decades in the district attorney's office. However, we have learned that 10 of that department's officers are under investigation. She attended John F. Kennedy School of Law and received the Witkin Award in Wills and Trust. Contra Costa County District Attorney May 2019 - Jul 20193 months Martinez, CA Extern to the Honorable Suzanne Segal, United States Magistrate Judge United States District Court for the. "Our policies are smart, we are looking not only to keep our community safe, but we are also working very hard to bring equity and fairness into the system," said Becton. Voters will choose her successor. Note: We accept interns/trainees from many graduate programs in the Bay Area, but no online programs. This native of Los Angeles traded in sunshine for snow and graduated from Penn State University, Dickinson School of Law in 1997. For all other County departments and offices, see their web pages. She prides herself in being a true patriot and believes that, other than serving in the military, acting as a judicial officer is one of the best ways she can serve her country. Martinez, California This week, two defendants charged with the murder of 48-year-old Justin David Silva of Brentwood have entered into a plea agreement with the Contra Costa District Attorneys Office. "My goal before I leave office is to insure that we have enough victim advocates to respond to every single victim of every crime within 48 hours and tell them what their rights are in a language they can understand," said Boudin. This is the first time a group of survivors of violent crimes from across the Bay Area met in person with multiple district attorneys. said the D.A. On March 23, the investigation led to, "court-authorized law enforcement activity at multiple locations." He's a survivor of the 1993 mass shooting at a San Francisco Law firm. Advocates guide victims through the legal system and direct them to agencies and organizations that offer assistance and emergency services. I would've taken my life because you don't overcome losing somebody. RELATED: CA Primary Election: San Francisco Bay Area voter guide, what to know. You can contact a DA Victim Advocate at any of these numbers: "The current D.A. Contact Us: Public Information Contacts Media Inquiries ContactWebmaster County Administration Building: 1025 Escobar Street, Martinez, CA 945531st Floor: Clerk of the Board2nd Floor: Human Resources3rd Floor: County Counsel4th Floor: County Administration. "If they want someone who is going push some of these reforms that have already been started over the past term, or someone who would go back to more of the status quo. We enroll and train approximately 25-30 doctoral and masters-level psychology interns and trainees each year. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. For all other County departments and offices, see their web pages. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. She said she also worked toward charging those allegedly involved in the mass looting of Nordstrom in Walnut Creek last November with felonies. How safe is your neighborhood? Knox is a 37-year veteran of the D.A. Survivors went around the circle and listed several changes they will like to see. For Alan Hinman, it's been 28 years. For more than two hours, sitting in a circle, eight survivors of crime, rape and shootings shared their emotional stories and trauma. Proposition 64 Relief Subpoena Confirmation Consumer Protection Victim / Witness The department said in Sept. 2021, they received a tip that one of its officers was involved in illegal activity and that other officers were also involved. Contra Costa District Attorney's Office Attn: Janet Era, Neighborhood Restorative Partnership 900 Ward Street, 2 nd Floor Martinez, CA 94553 DA-NRP@contracostada.org Click on this link to download the Application. Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton is among a small group of district attorneys working to dial back decades of tough-on-crime approaches. Copyright 2023 KGO-TV. Each Law Clerk must be certified by the State Bar to make supervised court appearances. Both district attorneys agreed the system has failed many survivors. RELATED: San Francisco district attorney looks for new approach to homeless, mental health issues. DAs Office Reaches Plea Agreement On 2021 Shooting Death in Brentwood, Martinez Man Faces Charges of Robbery, Mail Theft, and Carjacking of a Postal Service Vehicle, Unlicensed Contractor Adan Rivas Convicted of Multiple Felonies and Misdemeanors. Beginning in January 2023, we will accept applications for placements from September 2023 to June 2024. Pittsburg P.D. For Jennifer Redmond, it's been a year since her 19-year-old daughter was killed. 's announcement. Knox worked with law enforcement to set up freeway cameras and license plate readers. San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin and Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton simply listened. e-Filing is Coming to a Courthouse Near You. ", Friday's press release from D.A. Ayana K. Young served as Attorney III for the Alameda County Department of Child Support Services since 2021. MARTINEZ Two Contra Costa prosecutors have resigned from a District Attorney's team that investigates new police shootings and other law enforcement-involved fatalities, the latest sign of . People may be rethinking some of those endorsements," says Jackson. In a federal lawsuit filed by four longtime Contra Costa County women prosecutors against county District Attorney Diana Becton, county Deputy District Attorney Mary Knox above, alleges that after . In 2018, Judge Lee left the district attorneys office and took a position with Apple Inc. as security counsel before joining the Contra Costa County Bench as a commissioner in 2019. District Attorney Boudin shared with us the need for increased therapy for survivors and, "At a minimum, we need to make sure people can take time off work, that they can get child care, that they can get therapy and that they can get their medical and other related expenses directly related to the harmed caused reimbursed," said Boudin. Concord, CA 94520 Born. Instead, she wants to send low-level offenders to programs that she has helped set up to turn their lives around. They suggested a comprehensive list of resources so future survivors of crime won't have to spend time searching for help. The mission of the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office is to seek justice and enhance public safety for all our residents by fairly, ethically, aggressively and efficiently prosecuting those who violate the law, and by working to prevent crime. Contra Costa County DA race pits boss against deputy. He was 94. Contra Costa County Mental Health Her supporters praise her for challenging the status quo. If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live, Jupiter and Venus appear to 'kiss' in the sky, FL Gov. Your participation makes this event . For Lucy Andrews, it's been two years since she was attacked and left with a traumatic brain injury. Da grew up in Oakland, and before his return to the Bay Area, he spent five years covering the news at three other television stations in Texas, Southern and Central California. Several survivors shared the need for justice for cases that haven't been solved. The winner of the June 7th primary will represent Contra Costa County for the next four years. Martinez, Calif. On February 8th, 2023, a jury in Contra Costa County found 42-year-old Adan Contreras Rivas of Modesto guilty of multiple felonies and misdemeanors related to unlicensed contracting, fraud, and theft. In office. 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We are pleased to introduce two new judges and two new commissioners to the Contra Costa County Superior Court bench. Contact the District Attorney's Office Main Phone Line 925-957-2200 925-646-2566 (Fax) To send the DA's Office an email, please email DAOffice@contracostada.org Office locations and maps click here. Contra Costa County District Attorney Becton talked about victims' compensation and making that process more accessible. She has strong backing from law enforcement. Mary Knox (left) is challenging her boss, Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton in Tuesday's election. We are all committed to protecting the publics safety and providing assistance to those harmed by violence. 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SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- This is the first time a group of survivors of violent crimes from across the Bay Area met in person with multiple district attorneys to speak about their stories. With national debate focused on criminal justice reform, two district attorney races in Alameda, Contra Costa counties could prove to be historic. She ran on her record going after gang activity and securing $3.5 million for security cameras to discourage freeway shootings. KTVU's Henry Lee contributed to this report. Voters will have until Tuesday to decide between two candidates vying to be the county's next top prosecutor. On behalf of the Contra Costa County Office of Education and the participating high school students and coaches, thank you in advance to all of the judges, attorneys and law students for generously contributing your time and expertise to the 2023 annual Contra Costa County High School Mock Trial competitions. She was appointed to the D.A. "We are not soft on crime in Contra Costa County. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 's office said due to the ongoing nature of its investigation that they would have no further details. "I fight PTSD and in fact being in this city is hard on me. Commissioner Young is very passionate about education and the law. We provide one didactic seminar each month on specialized mental health topics in which all interns/trainees attend together (Third Wednesday 9am-12pm). Her supporters praise her for challenging the. Contra Costa County District Attorney Office and the FBI are investigating 13 Pittsburg and Antioch police for a serious of criminal allegations including possible abuse of prescription testosterone. You learn to live with it," said Norma Marquez after sharing her brother had been murdered. The Court provides reasonable . We will follow this story and update with any new details as we learn them. In 2018, Judge Lee left the district attorney's office and took a position with Apple Inc. as security counsel before joining the Contra Costa County Bench as a commissioner in 2019. We're not even filing misdemeanor charges," Knox said. 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