Posts by Kayla

LOS ANGELES – Today, in response to reports that high-level staff of the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office internally discussed ways to continue seeking old bail amounts, in contravention of emergency judicial orders aimed at easing jail crowding amid the pandemic, George Gascón released the following statement: “Prosecutors are supposed to follow the laws, not find ways around them,” said former District Attorney and Assistant […]

These are dynamic times in the world of criminal justice. Along with the rest of country, California is experiencing a hangover from some thirty-plus years of indulging in a punitive binge that has resulted in unprecedented rates of incarceration especially of young members of minority communities. These policies were fueled by ardent support from legislators, […]

LOS ANGELES – Today, in response to the California Judicial Council’s statewide emergency order that set bail at $0 for all misdemeanor and lower-level non-serious, non-violent felony offenses, George Gascón released the following statement: “California continues to solidify its role as the national leader in adopting aggressive, life-saving initiatives during this crisis,” said former District Attorney and Assistant […]

Under their state’s rules to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Californians are not supposed to leave home except to pick up groceries or prescriptions, go to the doctor, and commute to jobs deemed essential. As part of this effort, prosecutors — including Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey — have pledged to avoid dragging people into court […]

GEORGE GASCÓN’S RECOMMENDATIONS ON ARREST, DETENTION, CHARGING, AND REENTRY DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC LA County is facing an unprecedented public health crisis—one with enormous public safety implications. The health, safety, and welfare of our community weighs heavily on me each and every day. Above all else, we express our profound gratitude to those on the […]