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With four more kilos of fentanyl seized, Gang Impact Team has now taken 10 kilos off the streets in five weeks March 11, 2021 The 10 kilos seized is the equivalent of about five million potentially deadly doses of fentanyl no longer on the streets RIVERSIDE – Four kilos of powdered fentanyl were seized the evening of March 10, 2021, by the Riverside County Gang Impact Team (GIT), which is…
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The Office Mission Statement The District Attorney of Riverside County, as the public prosecutor acting on behalf of the People, vigorously enforces the law, pursues the truth, and safeguards the rights of all to ensure that justice is done on behalf of our community. The District Attorney works with every component of the criminal justice system to protect the innocent, to convict and…
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Victim Services Division of Victim Services Image Victim Services is a division of the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office designated to ensure victims are informed and supported throughout the criminal justice process. Victim Services Specialists work closely with prosecutors and are specially trained and educated to help children, elders, disabled persons and violent crime victims. The…
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Crime Prevention Unit OVERVIEW Image District Attorney Mike Hestrin’s top priority is effective public safety for the people that live in and visit Riverside County. The DA recognizes that to successfully achieve this goal, traditional crime suppression methods must be supplemented by effective and meaningful prevention and intervention strategies. Therefore, DA Hestrin created the Crime…
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Prosecuting Fentanyl-related Homicide Related Cases Riverside County District Attorney’s Office is committed to prosecuting fentanyl-related homicide cases. In 2023, we achieved a guilty verdict in the state's first fentanyl-related homicide jury trial, resulting in a 15-year-to-life sentence. This landmark trial not only set legal precedent but also reaffirmed our unwavering dedication to…
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Task Forces and Specialized Units Apply Now Senior DA Investigators Image Senior DA Investigators (DAI) are granted full peace officer powers pursuant to Section 830.1(a) of the California Penal Code. Essentially this means DAIs have the full powers of arrest like a police officer or deputy sheriff, in addition to having the power of subpoena and to enforce child custody orders from Family Court.…
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Special Prosecutions Region Unscrupulous business practices erode consumer trust and create unfair competition for legitimate businesses. Environmental crimes poison our most valuable natural resources and endanger the community. Crimes committed by elected officials or others operating within the public trust violate individual rights and undermine the very foundation of our democracy. Schemes…
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Victims' Rights Week VICTIMS' RIGHTS WEEK A Candle Lit For You I've never seen an angel With such beautiful wings I lived and loved for you Above all things You have blessed my life In every way, I suffer this loss Through each day Now I hold this candle In remembrance of you Though it is hard to handle It will forever burn for you Through my tears And through my pain I will face my fears…
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NEWS RELEASES March 17, 2026 School Psychologist Charged With Child Sex Crimes March 12, 2026 Several California DAs Call On Legislature to Fix the Mental Health Diversion Law With AB 46 March 3, 2026 DA Mike Hestrin Announces Justice Awards Recipients February 20, 2026 Credit One Bank To Pay $10.2 Million To Resolve Civil Enforcement Over Harassing Debt Collection Calls To California Consumers…
