Karen Mitchell

Criminal Justice / Public Safety Pursue practical and trauma-informed approaches that respect and empower victims.. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Strengthen victim services and ensure consistent communication. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Heighten awareness of community-based resources so victims can obtain fair and timely assistance. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Advocating for legislation that gives local officials the discretion they need to effectively manage juvenile cases. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Build stronger partnerships across law enforcement and community agencies to eliminate silos and confusion. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Ensure prosecutors handling domestic violence cases provide safe, supportive environments and clearly explain all available options. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Work hand-in-hand with neighboring jurisdictions to share intelligence, strengthen prosecutions, and ensure seamless collaboration in the pursuit of offenders because crime doesn’t stop at the county border, and neither should justice. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Commit to breaking the cycle of repeat offenses by holding violent offenders accountable while investing in proven strategies that reduce recidivism. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Partner with county leadership to confront organized retail theft and its impact on jobs and businesses and explore stronger accountability measures. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Promoting a balanced approach that emphasizes both accountability and second chances for youth. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Guarantee that victims are informed and heard at every stage of the process, not only when convenient for the prosecution.