The district attorney’s office has the important duty to protect the vulnerable members of our society. Therefore, crimes committed against the elderly and disabled must be vigorously prosecuted. However, the district attorney’s office can work to prevent crime and protect the elderly and disabled before crimes happen. As district attorney, I will appoint a team of prosecutors and advocates to focus on the education, investigation and prosecution of crimes against the elderly and disabled. This special unit will:

• Prevent and prosecute financial exploitation and emotional or physical neglect and abuse of the elderly and disabled.
• Coordinate with police departments and partner with service providers to foster effective communication.
• Have expertise in the special laws and enhanced penalties applicable to crimes against the elderly and disabled.
• Provide the elderly and disabled with a point of contact in the district attorney’s office to ensure their concerns and issues are addressed promptly and competently.

Under my administration, the district attorney’s office will work vigilantly on behalf of the elderly and disabled to keep them safe.