PCE Videos: Cyber Threats and Cyber Emergencies
On September 15, 2023, PCE hosted a Pop-Up that discussed how prosecutors must take the lead in ensuring their offices have adequate cybersecurity and cyber emergency preparedness.
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50 State Overview of Expungement and Sealing Statutes
Authors: PCE and AEquitas
This article provides an overview of the nation’s sealing and expungement statutes as it applies to adults.
Staffing the Prosecutor’s Office of the Future
Author: PCE’s National Best Practices Committee (NBP)
This paper details the jobs and tasks that may not have existed in the prosecution office of the past. These positions might be added in an individual office, shared by a group of offices through mutual agreement, or be attached to a state prosecution association. In some offices one person may handle one or more of the responsibilities listed.
The New Roles of The Modern Prosecutor
Author: PCE’s National Best Practices Committee (NBP)
The traditional role of the prosecutor is as a minister of justice who enforces the law and seeks justice. Modern prosecutors are viewing their roles more expansively to include crime prevention, problem solving and innovation. This publication explores the new roles of a modern prosecutor.
PCE Newsletter – June 2023
Author: PCE Staff
PCE at Work: An Annual Recap
50 State Chart of Sealing and Expungement Statutes
Authors: PCE
A list of statutes relevant to sealing and expungement as of 2023.
PCE Videos: How Prosecutors Help Fight Workplace Crimes and Injustice
On February 7, 2023 PCE hosted a Pop-Up on workplace crimes and injustice.
Read MoreColorado DA Uses American Rescue Act Funding to Expand Diversion and Restorative Justice (2023)
Office of the District Attorney, Eighth Judicial District (Larimer & Jackson County, CO)
Population: 225,000 | Number of Full-Time Prosecutors:42 | Contact Information
The Office of the District Attorney for Colorado’s 8th Judicial District (CDA 8th) has developed a pre-plea diversion program that has been dramatically expanded so that every incoming misdemeanor is screened by a dedicated team that proactively looks for good candidates who can participate in appropriate services or restorative justice processes.
Manhattan District Attorney Trains Prosecutors in Science Based Interviewing (2022)
New York County District Attorney’s Office (New York, NY)
Population: 1,630,000 | Number of Full-Time Prosecutors: 525
In Manhattan, the District Attorney’s Office of New York, brought in expert instructors to train investigators and prosecutors in Science Based Interview (SBI) techniques derived from research conducted by members of U.S. Intelligence Agencies in support of the High Value Detainee Interrogation Group. The methods of interviewing are based on scientific research and designed to improve communication with suspects, victims and witnesses.
El Dorado District Attorney Adopts Science Based Interviewing Practices (2022)
El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office (El Dorado County, CA)
Population: 193,000 | Number of Full-Time Prosecutors:25 | Contact Information
The District Attorney’s Office in El Dorado County, California (DAED) is spearheading a national effort to train law enforcement and prosecutors in Science Based Interview (SBI) techniques derived from research conducted by members of U.S. Intelligence Agencies in support of the High Value Detainee Interrogation Group. The methods of interviewing are based on scientific research and designed to improve communication with suspects, victims and witnesses.