Restore Public Trust In Our Criminal Justice System
Point No. 1
I commit to
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complete and publish investigation reports in a timely manner
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track and publish annual demographic data about every decision-making point in the prosecution process
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treat victims, families, witnesses and defendants with compassion and respect throughout the prosecution process
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fully fund and support a Conviction Integrity Unit to evaluate unfair prosecutions and excessive sentencing practices with a special focus on racially-biased prosecutions and take remedial steps as soon as they are found warranted.
Reduce Gun Violence
Point No. 2
I commit to
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be a champion and supporter of gun violence reduction strategies proven to reduce shootings, rather than over-relying on ineffective prosecutions
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provide all victims of gun violence and their families with greater support and trauma-informed assistance
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be an advocate for better and more prompt investigation and resolution of cases involving violence in our community
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use the resources of my office to prevent and reduce gun violence in every city and unincorporated area in Alameda County
Implement fair justice measures
Point No. 3
I commit to
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fully fund and implement fair justice measures, including
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support and advocacy for neighborhood courts, services to victims, diversion programs, race-neutral bail and sentencing reforms
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addressing discrimination and/or bias based on race, sex, gender identity (LGBTQ) and/or immigration status
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pursuing comprehensive alternatives to incarceration for those who come in contact with the criminal justice system, especially those suffering from mental illness
Stop Over-Criminalizing Youth
Point No. 4
I commit to
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stop over-criminalizing our youth
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stop charging and/or incarcerating youths under the age of 18 as adults
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establish age-appropriate programs to address criminal violations by youths between 18 and 25
End The Death Penalty
POINT NO. 5
I commit to not seek the death penalty, in alignment with the voters of Alameda County who voted twice to abolish the death penalty
Protect Immigrant Communities
POINT NO. 6
I commit to
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protect immigrant and indigenous communities
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enforce and follow the mandates and spirit of the sanctuary City resolutions adopted throughout Alameda County
Hold Police Accountable for Misconduct
Point No. 7
I commit to
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hold law enforcement officers accountable for unlawful conduct. We will no longer "turn a blind eye" to:
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unjustifiable homicides
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human and sex trafficking
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domestic violence
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excessive and/or discriminatory use of force
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sexual assaults
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theft
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perjury
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or any other unlawful acts
Establish Prosecutorial Accountability
POINT NO. 8
I commit to
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establish and enforce progressive metrics for evaluating prosecutor's job performance that are not just conviction rates
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evaluate diversion and positive intervention rates
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develop systemic tracking of individual prosecutors' outcomes that will be considered for purposes of promotions, demotions or terminations
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address public corruption in my office and ensure that bias and/or conflicts of interest are addressed and evaluated in every case, including matters involving police, public and elected officials
Effective Reentry Strategies
POINT NO. 9
I commit to
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fully fund and implement effective reentry programs for returning citizens
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assist in removing barriers to employment and education
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address ineffective and inequitable criminal justice-related fines and fees
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create institutional support for family reunification, access to housing, job training and opportunities, healthcare and legal services
Invest in Public Health and Social Services
POINT NO. 10
I commit to
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support greater investment in public health strategies
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foster economic opportunities and better educational outcomes
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support social service interventions that reduce harmful behavior without law enforcement involvement