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Deputy Prosecutor, Anne Phinney, named “Top Defender” by Animal Legal Defense Fund

by Salina James | Mar 7, 2023 | News

Anne Jordan Phinney Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Anne Phinney crafted the state’s argument in Washington state’s Doll case, which was ultimately successful in upholding as constitutional the trial court’s decision to permanently bar the defendant from possessing...

Andy Miller, Benton County Prosecutor, Retires

by Salina James | Jan 26, 2023 | Uncategorized

Andy Miller looks back on his career, and looks onto retirement. Read more.

The First New Benton County Prosecutor since 1986

by Salina James | Jan 26, 2023 | Uncategorized

Eric Eisinger, the first Benton County Prosecutor since 1986, takes office in 2023. Read more. See also: Q&A with Eric Eisinger.

Sitting Down with San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney

by Salina James | Jan 26, 2023 | Uncategorized

Amy Vira, San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney as of January 2023. When asked what qualities make a good prosecutor, Vira said, “An even temper, calm, measured, thoughtful.” In other words, prosecutors should not react emotionally, or hot-headedly. Read...

King County Prosecuting Attorney on Drug Possession, Bail, and Gun Violence

by Salina James | Jan 26, 2023 | Uncategorized

Leesa Manion, King County Prosecuting Attorney as of January 2023, talked with KNKX Social Justice Reporter on drug possession, bail, and gun violence. Read more.

Amy Vira sworn in for San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney

by Salina James | Jan 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

Amy Vira was sworn in by San Juan District Court Judge Carolyn M. Jewett during an official ceremony on December 30th. Read the full article here.

Jim Nagle reflects on 38 years in Walla Walla County Prosecutor’s Office

by Salina James | Jan 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

The same year Jim Nagle first arrived at the Walla Walla County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office as a deputy prosecutor, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated for his second term as U.S. President. Read the full article here.

Leesa Manion sworn in as King County Prosecuting Attorney

by Salina James | Jan 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

Leesa called her swearing-in ceremony before a packed courtroom in the King County Courthouse “a celebration”, saying that being the first woman and the first person of color to hold the office was the honor of her life. Read the full article...

Benton County Prosecutor donates pay raise to the Benton County community

by Salina James | Sep 11, 2020 | News

BENTON COUNTY, WA – Andy Miller, Benton County Prosecutor, donates his pay raise to the Benton County community. CONTINUE TO READ FULL ARTICLE 

Governor’s Proclamations of COVID-19

by Amber Haslett-Kern | Sep 3, 2020 | News

COVID-19 Proclamations BINDERS ONE & TWO  //  COVID-19 Proclamations PORTFOLIOS ONE & TWO     Original Post: 5/14/2020  Updated: 3/25/2022  
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