Over the weekend, our office faced the Public Defender’s Office in another annual softball Justice Cup game ⚾️ It’s always amazing to come together and get to know each other better outside the courtroom.

The Police Athletic League’s annual Back to School Night is tonight! 🎒 Stop by for free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, school physicals, pizza, and more!

Proud to welcome another new Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Corbin Healy! Corbin isn’t new to our team. He impressed us as an intern, we watched him grow professionally, and we knew he’d be a perfect fit. Welcome aboard! ⚖️💼

Why can’t we charge someone when we believe a crime occurred? It’s one of the most painful questions families ask us. In this Understanding the Justice System video, you’ll learn the truth about the legal realities we face and why legal standards exist to protect everyone.

Our office announced charges today against Arel A. Dawkins for a fatal shooting that occurred in northeast Kansas City on August 6. He faces 1st Degree Murder and Armed Criminal Action. He is being held without bond. 🔗jacksoncountyprosecutor.com/civicalerts.as…

Group-related violence is down. ⬇️ This is what happens when we combine accountability with opportunity and prevention efforts. 💪🏽

Missouri’s self-defense law is often misunderstood. We break it down in less than 3 minutes: ✅ When is deadly force legal? ✅ What does “initial aggressor” mean? ✅ What counts as evidence?

What a week! 💼 Shared our 6-month report w/ mayors across the county 🥎 Hit the field for the Urban Youth Academy’s Queens of the Diamonds fundraiser 🎉 Recognized at the City’s 816 Day Champions event Grateful for every opportunity to serve and celebrate our community.