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Cordes Lakes Woman Pleads Guilty to Murder(PDF, 105KB)

Friday, May 2, 2025 - Bridget Marie Nelson, 60, entered a plea of guilty on April 30, to premeditated first degree murder, aggravated domestic violence, theft, possession of drug paraphernalia, and three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Prescott Woman Convicted of Embezzling Charity Funds(PDF, 106KB)

Monday, April 21, 2025 - Sheena Holmes of Prescott was found guilty of Theft Over $25,000 and Theft Over $100,000, on April 18, 2025. The charges pertain to thefts from a local business and a local charity. 

Chino Man Found Guilty of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor(PDF, 129KB)

Friday, March 28, 2025 - Kurt Aaron Colin, 49, of Chino Valley, was found guilty of seven counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, on March 26th. Sentencing is set for May 25, 2025, before the Hon. Judge Krista Carman.  

Prescott Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Arranging to Meet Children for Sex(PDF, 93KB)

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - Jeffrey Joseph York, 68, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison following an incident in which York attempted to arrange a sexual encounter between himself and two young children. 

Ashfork Man Convicted of Manslaughter & Burning Body(PDF, 146KB)

Thursday, February 20, 2025 - Terry Welfenberg, 77, was convicted on February 13, 2025, of Manslaughter and Burning a Dead Body, following a welfare check and subsequent investigation by YCSO to locate John McCabe, 65.  

Prescott Man Convicted for Arranging to Meet Young Children for Sex(PDF, 95KB)

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 - On February 7, 2025, Jeffrey Joseph York was found guilty by a Yavapai County Jury on the charges of Luring a Minor for Sexual Exploitation and 2 counts of Attempted Sexual Conduct with a Minor. 

Phoenix Man Convicted of DUI Involving Alcohol & Marijuana(PDF, 187KB)

Friday, February 7, 2025 - David Michael Mendivil of Phoenix was convicted of Driving Under the Influence and Excessive Speed after being pulled over on Cornville Road for driving at a high rate of speed. 

Flagstaff Man Sentenced in Domestic Violence Incident(PDF, 229KB)

Friday, December 27, 2024 - On December 9, 2024, John Andrew Walton Eisenbeiss of Flagstaff was sentenced to 13.5 years in prison after eing found guilty of Burglary, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, and several other felonies.

Prescott Valley Man Sentenced to Prison for Shoplifting from Wal-Mart(PDF, 205KB)

Thursday, October 24, 2024 - On October 21, 2024, 26-year-old Andrew James Cook of Prescott Valley was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for Organized Retail Theft and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

County Attorney Administrative Professional Wins Statewide Award(PDF, 292KB)

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - Litigation Specialist Supervisor Ashley Rodriguez was awarded a statewide Lifetime Achievement Award from the Arizona Prosecuting Attorney’s Advisory Council during an annual event in Phoenix, Arizona.

Deputy County Attorney Wins MADD Hero Award(PDF, 286KB)

Friday, July 5, 2024 - On June 28, 2024, Deputy County Attorney Anthony Garcia was awarded the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) statewide Hero Award, which was established to honor law enforcement officers, first responders, and court personnel who work to support MADD. 

Yavapai County Deputy County Attorney Wins Statewide Award(PDF, 545KB)

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - Deputy County Attorney Dana Owens has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Arizona Prosecuting Attorneys' Advisory Council (APAAC).

Yavapai County Attorney Paralegal Wins Statewide Award(PDF, 192KB)

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 - On June 7, 2024, Alisha Nakayama of the Yavapai County Attorney's Office, won the statewide Legal Assistant Gerda and Kurt Klein Guardian of Freedom Award at the Arizona Prosecuting Attorneys Advisory Council’s Annual Legal Assistant Conference.

Scammers Targeting Yavapai County Residents(PDF, 142KB)

Thursday, June 6, 2024 - Some Yavapai County residents have recently been targeted by scammers identifying themselves as employees of the Yavapai County Sherriff’s Office.

Phoenix Man Convicted of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon(PDF, 205KB)

Monday, June 3, 2024 - On May 30, 2024, Scott Alen Woodruff of Phoenix was convicted in Yavapai County of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon following a 2023 traffic incident.

Five-Time Convicted Felon Found Guilty on Illegal Possession of Handgun(PDF, 260KB)

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 - A Yavapai County Jury convicted 28-year-old Kyle Austin Johnson on May 23, 2024, of Misconduct Involving Weapons (Prohibited Possessor). Johnson is a five-time felon, having served prison time in two states.

Cottonwood Man Found Guilty of Sexual Assault, Kidnapping & Burglary(PDF, 230KB)

Friday, May 17, 2024 - Cottonwood resident Ryan Lee Eppinger, 24, was found guilty on two counts of Sexual Assault, two counts of Attempted Sexual Assault, Kidnapping, and Burglary in the Second Degree.

Prescott Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Kidnapping and Burying His Wife Alive(PDF, 260KB)

Friday, May 17, 2024 - On May 9, 2024, David Michael Pagniano of Prescott, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole following the kidnapping and murder of his young wife, Sandra. 

County Attorney Administrative Professionals Win Local Awards(PDF, 234KB)

Thursday, May 9, 2024 - Two Administrative Professionals with the County Attorney's Office, Lorelei Case and Ashley Rodriguez, have won the 2024 Administrative Professional of the Year award and the Administrative Professional Lifetime Achievement award, respectively. 

Prescott Man Convicted After Car Chase in Stolen Vehicle(PDF, 244KB)

Monday, May 6, 2024 - Raymond Jacob Kosse has been convicted of Theft of Means of Transportation, Unlawful Flight from Law Enforcement, Criminal Damage, and Criminal Trespass. This judgment comes following a 2022 incident in which the defendant crashed his vehicle twice, while attempting to flee police.  

Georgia Man Sentenced to Prison for Child Sex Crimes(PDF, 254KB)

Thursday, April 25, 2024 - Following his March 26th conviction on charges of Sexual Conduct with a Minor Under the Age of Twelve and Molestation of a Child Under the Age of Fifteen, Dennis Evan Carraher of Georgia has been sentenced to life in prison, plus 17 years. 

Yavapai County Cracks Down on Gang Crimes(PDF, 297KB)

Monday, April 15. 2024 - On April 8, 2024, eighteen-year-old Jonanthan Mata, of Prescott, pled guilty to Assisting a Criminal Street Gang, Aggravated Assault, & Tampering with Physical Evidence. Mata was the leader of the "RMS" gang that was attempting to establish itself in Prescott. 

Prescott Valley Man Sentenced to 20 Years Following Shootout with Police(PDF, 239KB)

Monday, April 15. 2024 - On March 21, 2024, Joshua Anson Schnoebelen, 35, was sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges of Aggravated Assault of several law enforcement officers, Criminal Damage, and Disorderly Conduct. 

California Man Found Guilty of Trafficking in Stolen Property and Drug Offenses(PDF, 247KB)

Friday, April 5, 2024 - on April 4, 2024, Octavious Jones, of Palm Springs, California, was found guilty of Trafficking in Stolen Property, Possession of Narcotic Drugs (Fentanyl), Possession of Dangerous Drugs (Methamphetamine), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Shoplifting.

Man Convicted of Child Molestation and Sexual Conduct with Minor(PDF, 258KB)

Tuesday, March 27, 2024 - On March 26, 2024, 59-year-old Dennis Evan Carraher was found guilty of Sexual Conduct with a Minor Under the Age of 12 and Molestation of a Child. Carraher was a family friend and used that relationship to gain access to the children, one of whom was only seven at the time.  

County Attorney's Office Paralegals Win Local Awards(PDF, 246KB)

Monday, March 25, 2024 - It was announced by the County Attorney's Office on March 22nd that two of their Paralegals have won awards for their work with the office. 

Prescott Valley Woman Convicted of Manslaughter in Shooting Death(PDF, 271KB)

Monday, March 11, 2024 - On February 12, 2024, Prescott resident Shannon Marie Jackson, 45, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for Manslaughter per Domestic Violence by Superior Court Judge Krista Carmen., following the shooting death of her boyfriend of several years on December 27, 2021.

Deputy County Attorneys Win Local Awards(PDF, 327KB)

Monday, March 11, 2024 - It was announced on March 8, 2024, that five of Yavapai County's Deputy County Attorneys have received prestigious local awards including Felony Prosecutor of the Year and a Rising Star award, among others. 

Dewey-Humboldt Man Sentenced for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor(PDF, 248KB)

Friday, March 8, 2024 - On January 19th, 2024, Yavapai County Superior Court Judge Krista M. Carman sentenced forty-eight-year-old Jonathan Paul Klein to ten years in prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Under the Age of Fifteen, followed by lifetime sex offender probation for a number of related offenses.

Spring Valley Man Sentenced to 18-Years in Prison for Attempted Murder in Throat Slashing Attack(PDF, 251KB)

Friday, March 8, 2024 - On February 20, 2024, it was announced that Yavapai County Superior Court Judge Krista M. Carman sentenced 35-year-old James Robert Patton to eighteen years in prison for Attempted Second-Degree Murder, Burglary and two counts of Aggravated Assault. 

Paulden Man Faces Possible Life Sentence(PDF, 280KB)

Monday, February 26, 2024 - On February 16, 2024, James Byrn Siegfried, of Paulden AZ was found guilty of two counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and one count of Misconduct Involving Weapons. The charges stem from a 2022 incident in which the 56-year-old followed a truck down Sweet Valley Road in Paulden. When the truck pulled over, Siegfried confronted the 2 occupants and pointed a loaded handgun at them. 

Prescott Man Convicted on Multiple Counts of Sexual Exploitation(PDF, 283KB)

Monday, February 26, 2024 - A Yavapai County Jury found Stanley Wilburn Smith, 66, guilty of ten counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor on February 23, 2024. The investigation began after Smith's girlfriend discovered large quantities of sexually explicit images on his phone and contacted police. 

Spring Valley Man Convicted of Attempted Murder in Throat Slashing Attack(PDF, 219KB)

Tuesday, January 9, 2024 - On January 5th, 2024, James Robert Patton of Spring Valley was found guilty by jury of Attempted 2nd Degree Murder, Burglary, and two counts of Aggravated Assault, following an incident that occurred in the early morning of August 23, 2021.

Tuscon Man Convicted of Transportation of 40-Pounds of Methamphetamine in Yavapai County(PDF, 255KB)

Friday, November 17, 2023 - On Thursday, November 16, 2023, 32-year-old Abisai Urias of Tucson was found guilty of transporting 40 pounds of meth, as well as possession of anabolic steroids for sale, and possession of a firearm during a drug offense. Urias failed to appear at his trial and is being sought by law enforcement. 

Prescott Valley Man Convicted for Possession of Child Pornography(PDF, 234KB)

Thursday, November 9, 2023 - On November 8, 2023, a Yavapai County jury found 73-year-old James Halbert Hudson guilty of ten counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Under Fifteen Years of Age. Hudson was found guilty after a 2020 investigation which produced numerous downloaded images of child pornography on his computer. 

California Man Sentenced to 46 Years in Prison for Sexually Assaulting a Minor(PDF, 232KB)

Tuesday, November 7, 2023 - On October 30, 2023, forty-year-old California resident Bacilio Borquez was sentenced to 46 years in prison after he was found guilty by a Yavapai County jury of Sexual Conduct with a Minor and Sexual Assault of a fourteen-year-old minor. 

Prescott Valley Man Convicted in Road Rage Incident Over Parking Spot(PDF, 217KB)

Monday, November 6, 2023 - Prescott Valley resident David Lee Jones was found guilty of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Disorderly Conduct with a Deadly Weapon on November 2, 2023. The incident involved a parking space dispute at a fast-food restaurant, during which Jones pointed a firearm at the victim.  

Chino Valley Man Sentenced to 43 Years for Stealing from Elderly & Retired Victims(PDF, 251KB)

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - On October 23, 2023, Mark A. Whittington was sentenced to 43.5 years in prison for Fraud Schemes, eight counts of Theft, and Contracting Without a License. Whittington targeted retired and elderly homeowners in the Quad City area, for whom he was contracted to do home remodeling and repairs.

Flagstaff Man Found Guilty by Jury of Drug Sales(PDF, 273KB)

Monday, October 23, 2023 - On October 20, 2023, Flagstaff resident Kenneth Shawn Frasard was found guilty of Possession of Methamphetamine for Sale, Possession of Fentanyl for Sale, Possession of Marijuana for Sale, and Misconduct Involving Weapons. 

Chino Valley Man Found Guilty by Jury of First-Degree Murder(PDF, 257KB)

Monday, October 9, 2023 - On October 6, 2023, Donovan Larriba-Tucker was found guilty of the First-Degree Murder of a 16-year-old Chino Valley High School student. The crime occurred on the night of June 29, 2018, when the victim was stabbed multiple times. 

Man Found Guilty of Five Counts of Organized Retail Theft(PDF, 243KB)

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - Yavapai County Attorney Dennis McGrane announces his office will aggressively prosecute organized retail theft, just one day after a Yavapai County jury found 47-year-old Eric Zelek Hoggs guilty of the crime. Hoggs was also found guilty on September 27, 2023, of several other crimes, including Criminal Impersonation and Possession or Use of Narcotic Drugs. 

Prescott Man Found Guilty by Jury of Molestation of a Child and Sexual Conduct with a Minor(PDF, 225KB)

Friday, September 8, 2023 - On August 16, 2023, Jeremiah Ray Martin, 34, was found guilty by jury of four counts of Molestation of a Child, one count Sexual Conduct with a Minor, and one count of Attempted Sexual Conduct with a Minor. Martin's victim was a family member. 

Cottonwood Man Found Guilty by Jury of Multiple Counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor(PDF, 211KB)

Wednesday, September 6, 2023 - On July 24, 2023, Randy Scott Young, 44, of Cottonwood, was found guilty of six counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor and sentenced to 50 years in prison. Young was a teacher who coached girls' sports at a school in Cottonwood. 

County Attorney Admin Professional Wins Lifetime Achievement Award(PDF, 474KB)

Wednesday, August 2, 2023 - Retired Litigation Specialist Penny Cramer has been awarded the Administrative Professional Lifetime Achievement Award. Cramer was presented with the award July 28 in Phoenix, at the Arizona Prosecuting Attorney's Advisory Council's annual Administrative Professionals Conference.

Polk Awarded 2023 Distinguished Chief Prosecutor Award(PDF, 311KB)

Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - Former Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk has been named the 2023 Distinguished Chief Prosecutor by the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA). Polk, who retired at the end of December 2022 after serving 22 years in her position, received the award on July 10 at the NDAA Summer Summit in Nashville, Tennessee.

Two Yavapai County Prosecutors Win State Awards(PDF, 428KB)

Wednesday, July 5, 2023 - On Thursday, June 29, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona, two prosecutors from the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office won statewide awards from the Arizona Prosecuting Attorneys’ Advisory Council (“APAAC”) for their excellence in prosecution. Dennis McGrane and Carole Kennedy were selected out of approximately 900 Arizona prosecutors to receive Lifetime Achievement Awards at the annual Prosecutors’ Conference.

Prescott Valley Man Found Guilty by Jury of Vulnerable Adult Abuse(PDF, 271KB)

Tuesday, June 13, 2023 - On Monday, June 5, 2023, a Yavapai County Jury found Jeffrey Brian Lowman, 60, of Prescott Valley, guilty of three counts of Vulnerable Adult Abuse, one count of Sexual Abuse and two counts of Molestation of a Child.

Wilhoit Man Found Guilty by Jury of Making a False Report of a Bomb Threat(PDF, 171KB)

Thursday, May 25, 2023 - On Friday, May 19, 2023, a Yavapai County Jury found John Aaron Patten, 51, of Wilhoit, Arizona, guilty of Making a False Report of a Terrorist Threat.

Prescott Man Found Guilty by Jury of Fraud Schemes and 2 Counts of Forgery(PDF, 248KB)

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 - On Monday, May 15, 2023, John Hoyt Fullen, 42, of Prescott was sentenced to 10.5 years in the Arizona Department of Corrections. Fullen had previously been found guilty by a Yavapai County jury of Fraudulent Schemes and Artifices and two counts of Forgery.

Springerville Man Found Guilty by Jury of Drive By Shooting(PDF, 245KB)

Monday, May 15, 2023 - On Friday, May 12th, a Yavapai County Jury found Erik Adrian Engdahl, 72, of Springerville, guilty of Drive by Shooting, Aggravated Assault, Criminal Damage, and Tampering with Physical Evidence.

County Attorney Victim Advocate Wins State Lifetime Achievement Award(PDF, 381KB)

Tuesday, May 9, 2023 - Tony Camacho, a longtime employee of the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office in Prescott Arizona, was awarded the Victim Advocate Lifetime Achievement Award at the Arizona Prosecuting Attorneys Advisory Council’s statewide Annual Victim Advocate Conference on Friday, May 5, 2023.

Cottonwood Man Sentenced to Prison for Attempted Murder(PDF, 166KB)

Thursday, January 19, 2023 - This afternoon, the Honorable John D. Napper of the Yavapai County Superior Court, sentenced Jeffrey John Thomas, 59, of Cottonwood, to 20.5 years in the Arizona State Prison, according to Yavapai County Attorney Dennis McGrane.

Dennis McGrane to fill Yavapai County Attorney Vacancy(PDF, 166KB)

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - Dennis McGrane, the Chief Deputy in the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office, was sworn in today as Yavapai County Attorney by the Honorable Michael McGill of the Yavapai County Superior Court. McGrane will fill the remaining two years of the vacancy created with the retirement of longtime County Attorney Sheila Polk.

Impaired Driver In Fatal Collision Given 58 Years In Prison(PDF, 188KB)

Thursday, December 8, 2022 - On Monday, December 5, 2022, the Honorable Debra Phelan of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced Jonathan Eugene Floyd, 44, to a total 58 years in the Arizona State Prison.

Impaired Driver Who Caused 3 Vehicle Fatal Collision Found Guilty of 2nd Degree Murder(PDF, 202KB)

Wednesday, November 2, 2022 - Late Friday, October 28, 2022, a Yavapai County jury found Jonathan Eugene Floyd, 44, guilty of two counts of Second-Degree Murder, four counts of Aggravated Assault, two counts of Endangerment, and one count of Criminal Damage, according to Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk.

Jury Finds Prescott Woman Guilty of First Degree Murder(PDF, 169KB)

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - On October 26, 2022, Sharalyn Stura, age 61, was found guilty by a Yavapai County jury of First Degree Murder, Tampering with Physical Evidence, and False Reporting. The trial began on October 18, 2022, in Division 4 of the Yavapai County Superior Court.

Former Seattle Man Found Guilty by Jury of 29 Count of Abandonment or Concealment of a Dead Body(PDF, 175KB)

Friday, September 30, 2022 - On Thursday, September 29, 2022, a Yavapai County Jury found Walter Harold Mitchell, 61, guilty of 29 counts of Abandonment or Concealment of a Dead Body, all Class 5 felonies.

3 Time Verde Valley Meth Dealer Sentenced to Prison(PDF, 170KB)

Thursday, July 28, 2022 - Brian Michael Warner, 54, of Phoenix, has been sentenced to 15 years in the Arizona State Prison for the crimes of Transportation of Dangerous Drugs for Sale, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Dangerous Drugs, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

County Attorney Administrative Professional Wins Lifetime Achievement Award(PDF, 209KB)

Wednesday, July 27, 2022 - Signe Lindquist, a longtime employee of the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the statewide Annual Administrative Professionals Conference on Friday, July 22, 2022.

Clarkdale Man Sentenced to Prison for Manslaughter Concealing the Body and Drugs(PDF, 169KB)

Tuesday, July 26, 2022 - Troy Freeman Hockett, 47, of Clarkdale, has been sentenced to 20.5 years in the Arizona State Prison for the crimes of Manslaughter Committed While Under the Influence of Methamphetamine, Concealment of a Dead Body, and Attempted Transportation of Dangerous Drugs for Sale.

Jury Finds Driver Guilty of Aggravated Assault Criminal Damage and Leaving the Scene of Injury Accident(PDF, 171KB)

Monday, July 25, 2022 - On Tuesday, July 19, a Yavapai County jury found Jared Neil Kelly, 41, of Nixon, NV, guilty of Aggravated Assault, Criminal Damage, and Leaving the Scene of an Injury Accident.

Yavapai Prosecutors Win Prestigious State Awards(PDF, 205KB)

Friday, June 24, 2022 - Four prosecutors from the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office have won state awards for their excellence in prosecution. Casi Harris, Sue Eazer and Bill Hughes were selected out of approximately 900 prosecutors at the Annual Prosecutors’ Conference as this year’s recipients of the prestigious awards for their outstanding and exceptional performances. Dana Owens received her award from the Arizona State Bar Association.

Chino Valley Man Guilty of Stealing Daughter's Social Security Checks(PDF, 164KB)

Tuesday, June 14, 2022 - On Thursday, June 9, 2022, a Yavapai County Jury found David Lawrence Schuck, 58, of Chino Valley, guilty of one count of Fraudulent Schemes and one count of Theft.

Paulden Man Sentenced to Prison for Vehicular Manslaughter(PDF, 167KB)

Thursday, June 9, 2022 - Yesterday, Scott Phillip Enyart, 47, of Paulden, was sentenced by the Honorable John D. Napper of the Yavapai County Superior Court to 30 years in the Arizona State Prison.

Rimrock Woman Sentenced to AZ State Prison(PDF, 167KB)

Monday, April 11, 2022 - On Friday, April 8, 2022, the Honorable Michael Bluff of the Yavapai County Superior Court, sentenced Jill Marie Knox, 48, of Rimrock, to a total 13 years in the Arizona State Prison.

Rimrock Woman Found Guilty of Manslaughter(PDF, 169KB)

Thursday, March 10, 2022 - On Wednesday, March 9th, a Yavapai County Jury found Jill Marie Knox, 48, of Rimrock, guilty of Manslaughter, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated DUI, and Criminal Damage.

Oregon Man Found Guilty in Cold Case(PDF, 168KB)

Friday, March 4, 2022 - On Thursday, March 3, 2022, a Yavapai County Jury found Anthony James Richards, 59, of Terrebonne, Oregon, guilty in a decade old cold case. The jury found Richards guilty of SecondDegree Murder of Larry Powers, Trafficking in Stolen Property, Theft of a Credit Card, Forgery, and 19 counts of Taking the Identity of Another.

Yavapai County Jury Finds Local Fiduciary Guilty of Fraud and Theft(PDF, 99KB)

Monday, December 13, 2021 - A Yavapai County jury has found 43-year-old Krista Cline, of Sedona, a licensed fiduciary at the time of her crimes, guilty on charges of Fraud Schemes and Theft from two separate clients.

Jury Convicts Former Sedona Chiropractor of Sexual Conduct with Minor and Drug Offenses(PDF, 99KB)

Thursday, December 9, 2021 - On December 8, 2021, a Yavapai County Jury convicted a former Sedona chiropractor, Douglas James Gilbert, age 64, of Sexual Conduct with a Minor and Involving a Minor in a Drug Offense.

Camp Verde Man Sentenced to Prison for Manslaughter(PDF, 168KB)

Monday, November 22, 2021 - On Thursday, November 18, the Honorable Michael R. Bluff of the Yavapai County Superior Court, sentenced Jason Howard Engel, 42, of Camp Verde, to 15 years in the Arizona State Prison. Jason Engel pled guilty on October 19, 2021 to one count of Manslaughter, a class two felony, and 5 counts of Endangerment, all class six felonies.

Phoenix Woman Sentenced to Prison in Road Rage Case(PDF, 166KB)

Thursday, November 18, 2021 - On Wednesday, November 17, 2021, the Honorable Thomas K. Kelly of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced Janae Rochelle Richardson, 29, of Phoenix, to 1.5 years in the Arizona State Prison and 9 years supervised probation.

Wanted Prescott Man Sentenced to Prison for Attempted Murder(PDF, 169KB)

Thursday, September 16, 2021 - On Wednesday, September 15, 2021, the Honorable Tina Ainley of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced Robert David Pearsall III, 44, of Prescott, to 28 years in the Arizona State Prison.

Ashfork Man Found Guilty of Sexual Conduct With a Minor, Child Molestation and Attempted Sexual Conduct With a Minor(PDF, 84KB)

Monday, July 19, 2021 - On Thursday, July 15, a Yavapai County Jury found Rigoberto Mendez-Hernandez, 37, of Ashfork, guilty of 4 counts of Sexual Conduct with a Minor, one count of Child Molestation, and one count of Attempted Sexual Conduct with a Minor.

Jury Find Cottonwood Man Guilty of Sexual Assault Exploitation of a Minor, Voyeurism and Surreptitious Viewing(PDF, 158KB)

Friday, July 16, 2021 - On Thursday, July 15, a Yavapai County Jury found Joel Frederick Deems, 51, of Cottonwood, guilty of 10 counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, 10 counts of Voyeurism, and 10 counts of Surreptitious Viewing. After Deems failed to appear for his trial, the case was tried in his absence.

Littlehale Sentenced to 100 Years Prison For Kidnapping and Sexual Assault of Prescott High School Student(PDF, 98KB)

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 - On Thursday, May 13, the Honorable Krista M. Carman of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced David Walker Littlehale, 37, of Prescott, to 100 years in state prison.

Dalton Sentenced To Prison For Kidnapping And Sexual Assault Per Domestic Violence Charges(PDF, 98KB)

Monday, May 17, 2021 - On Thursday, May 13, the Honorable Krista M. Carman of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced Rodney Lynn Dalton, 59, of Apache Junction, to 28 years flat time in state prison. After a two-week trial which ended on March 31, 2021, Dalton was found guilty by a Yavapai County jury of one count of Kidnapping and four counts of Sexual Assault per Domestic Violence.

Prescott Woman Sentenced To 38 Years In Prison For Murder of Her Grandmother(PDF, 96KB)

Friday, April 23, 2021 - On Wednesday, April 21, 2021, the Honorable John D. Napper of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced 26-year-old Briar Lynn Aven of Prescott to 38 years in prison. Aven Pled guilty on March 8, 2021, to Second Degree Murder, Abandonment or Concealment of a Dead Body, Fraudulent Schemes and Artifices, Theft, and Taking the Identity of Another.

National Crime Victims' Rights Week in Yavapai County(PDF, 127KB)

Friday, April 16, 2021 - The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office announces National Crime Victims’ Rights Week to raise awareness about crime victims’ issues and rights and introduce the community to the important resources and services available.

Jury Finds Prescott Man Guilty of Kidnapping, Multiple Sexual Assault Charges and Tampering with Physical Evidence(PDF, 99KB)

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 - On Thursday, April 8, a Yavapai County Jury found David Walker Littehale, 37, of Prescott, guilty of Kidnapping, four counts of Sexual Assault, and Tampering with Physical Evidence.

Two Dewey-Humboldt Men Found Guilty of Attempted First Degree Murder(PDF, 99KB)

Monday, March 29, 2021 - On Friday, March 26, 2021, a Yavapai County Jury found Bruce Dale Moore, 69, of Humboldt, and Dwight William Elia, 50, of Dewey, guilty of Attempted First-Degree Murder, three counts of Aggravated Assault, and two counts of Disorderly Conduct.

Mayer Man Found Guilty of Multiple Sex Offenses with Minor(PDF, 94KB)

Friday, March 12, 2021 - On Tuesday, March 9, 2021, Jerad Lee Halterman, 30, of Mayer, was found guilty by a Yavapai County jury of three counts of Sexual Conduct with a Minor, and one count each of Luring a Minor for Sexual Exploitation and Aggravated Luring of a Minor.

Cottonwood Man gets 33 Years Prison for Sexual Assault(PDF, 97KB)

Thursday, February 18, 2021 - On February 17, 2021, the Honorable Thomas Kelley sentenced Humberto Antonio Moreno, age 36, of Cottonwood, to 33.5 years in the Arizona Department of Corrections. Mr. Moreno pled guilty on January 27, 2021, to three counts of Sexual Assault, and one count each of Attempted Sexual Assault, Kidnapping and a dangerous Aggravated Assault.

Cruz Second Degree Murder Case Dismissed(PDF, 101KB)

Tuesday, November 24, 2020 - The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office filed today in superior court a motion to dismiss the second-degree murder charges against Cecilio Cruz. Two weeks ago, a mistrial was declared in the case after a Yavapai County jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict after ten hours of deliberation.

County Attorney Polk Appointed to National Effort to Improve Criminal Justice Data(PDF, 255KB)

Friday, November 20, 2020 - Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk today announced her appointment to the newly formed national steering committee to guide Justice Counts, the largest, most comprehensive effort to improve the availability and utility of criminal justice data to date.

County Attorney’s Office to Dismiss Pending Marijuana Charges Included in Proposition 207(PDF, 128KB)

Tuesday, November 10, 2020 - On November 3, 2020, voters in Arizona approved Proposition 207, an initiative that decriminalized personal possession and use of marijuana in an amount less than one ounce and limits personal cultivation of marijuana by a person age twenty-one (21) and older. The effective date of Proposition 207 will be in approximately 30 days. The County Attorney’s Office will begin implementing the will of the voters immediately.

Prescott Valley Man Sentenced to Prison for Fentanyl Drug Sales(PDF, 98KB)

Tuesday, November 3, 2020 - Jeffrey Richard Wagner, 28 years old of Prescott Valley, was sentenced today to 10 years flat time in the Arizona State Prison by the Honorable Krista Carman of the Yavapai County Superior Court. Wagner pled guilty on October 23, 2020, to two counts of Possession of Narcotic Drugs for Sale (Fentanyl and Heroin) with one prior historical conviction, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Misconduct Involving Weapons.

Transient Man Sentenced to Prison for Sexual Assault and Other Crimes(PDF, 101KB)

Tuesday, November 3, 2020 - On Friday, October 30, 2020, the Honorable Krista M. Carman of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced Sterling Austin Hinckley, 24, to the Arizona State Prison for a total of 12 years. Hinckley pled guilty on September 25, 2020, to Sexual Assault, Trafficking in Stolen Property, Forgery, Possession or Use of Narcotic Drugs, and Misconduct Involving Weapons from two separate cases.

Cottonwood Man Found Guilty by Jury of Drug Sales(PDF, 101KB)

Monday, October 26, 2020 - On Thursday, October 22, 2020, David Alexander Bremner, 54, of Cottonwood, was convicted by a Yavapai County jury of Possession of Dangerous Drugs for Sale, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Spiritous Liquor in Motor Vehicle.

Hughes Awarded State Bar Criminal Justice Award(PDF, 111KB)

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 - The Arizona State Bar has announced its 2020 Award Winners, awarding to Deputy Yavapai County Attorney Bill Hughes the Michael C. Cudahy Criminal Justice Award. This award is presented annually to a criminal law prosecutor who has worked tirelessly to advance the principles of criminal justice by representing the public’s interest with integrity, fairness, tenacity, creativity, brilliance, and, above all, professionalism. Mr. Hughes will receive the award at the State Bar Annual Convention in December.

Camp Verde Man Sentenced to Prison for Second Degree Murder(PDF, 101KB)

Wednesday, October 14, 2020 - On Tuesday, October 13, 2020, the Honorable Michael Bluff of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced Jesse Michael Etienne, 21, of Camp Verde, Arizona, to the Arizona State Prison for 16 years. Etienne was found guilty of Second Degree Murder by a Yavapai County Jury on January 31, 2020 and pled “no contest” to the charges of Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, both class six felonies, prior to the trial commencing.

Jury Finds Prescott Man Guilty of Aggravated Assault, Other Charges(PDF, 102KB)

Wednesday, September 23, 2020 - On Tuesday, September 22, 2020, Richard James Brannan, 41, of Prescott, was convicted by a Yavapai County jury of Aggravated Assault, Criminal Trespass, and Resisting Arrest. The trial judge, the Honorable Krista Carman, found Brannan guilty of the additional offense of Criminal Damage.

Paulden Man Sent to State Prison on Charges of Kidnapping and Attempted Sexual Assault(PDF, 99KB)

Tuesday, September 22, 2020 - On September 21, 2020, the Honorable Tina R. Ainley of the Yavapai County Superior Court, sentenced Hunter Vance Tingey, 21 years old of Paulden, to two years in the Arizona State Prison followed by lifetime probation with sex offender registration.

Arizona Experiencing Increase in Methamphetamine(PDF, 137KB)

Monday, September 14, 2020 - Arizona is experiencing a devastating increase of sellers and users of methamphetamine due to increased production of the drug and declining costs, according to a new report just released by the Arizona Substance Abuse Partnership (ASAP). Between 2015 to 2019, the retail price of meth decreased 58% while during the same period, federal, state, and local law enforcement saw a 342% increase in methamphetamine seizures. Fatal overdoses involving methamphetamine have also risen.
See Also: Methamphetamine - AZ Data Trends, Interdiction, and Statewide Prevention(PDF, 576KB)

Intoxicated Driver Who Caused Collision Given Four Months in Prison(PDF, 100KB)

Friday, September 4, 2020 - On Tuesday, August 25, 2020, the Honorable Thomas K. Kelley of the Yavapai County Superior Court, sentenced Peter Timothy Bihari, 67 years old of Prescott, to four months in the Arizona State Prison, followed by 5 years probation. Bihari pled guilty on July 28, 2020 to one count of Endangerment and one count of Aggravated Driving Under the Influence.

Meth Fueled Attack Leads to Prison(PDF, 100KB)

Friday, September 4, 2020 - Honorable John D. Napper of the Yavapai County Superior Court has sentenced Tyler Lee Sherman, 29 years old of Prescott, to 18 years in the Arizona State Prison. Sherman pled guilty on July 14, 2020, to Unlawful Imprisonment and 3 counts of Aggravated Assault.

County Attorney Administrative Professional Wins Lifetime Achievement Award(PDF, 209KB)

Wednesday, September 2, 2020 - Nancy Pascuzzi, a longtime employee of the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the statewide Annual Administrative Professionals Conference on Friday, August 28, 2020.

Cordes Lakes Man Sentenced to 70 Years in Prison for Child Sex Crimes(PDF, 98KB)

Friday, August 28, 2020 - This morning, the Honorable Krista M. Carman, sentenced Mercury J. Merritt, 34 years old of Cordes Lakes, to the Arizona State Prison for 70 years. Merritt pled guilty on July 27, 2020, on the charges of two counts of Child Molestation, five counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Under the Age of 15, and four counts of Attempted Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Under the Age of 15.

Prescott Woman Sentenced to Prison for Charges Stemming from Murder of her Mother(PDF, 151KB)

Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - The Honorable John D. Napper of the Yavapai County Superior Court has sentenced 48-year-old Tara Lynn Aven of Prescott to 17 years in the state prison. Aven pled guilty on June 1, 2020, to the charges of Hindering Prosecution in the First Degree Involving Murder, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Fraudulent Schemes and Artifices, Theft, and two counts of Forgery.

County Attorney Victim Advocate Wins Lifetime Achievement Award(PDF, 384KB)

Friday, August 21, 2020 - Judy Fagelman, a longtime employee of the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the statewide Annual Victim Advocate Conference.

Cottonwood Man Sentenced to Prison for Threatening Yavapai County Elected Officials(PDF, 152KB)

Monday, August 10, 2020 - David Michael Getzen, 59, of Cottonwood, was sentenced on July 31, 2020, to a total of 1.5 years in the Arizona state prison after pleading guilty to two counts of Impersonating a Peace Officer, both class six felonies.

Cruz Second Degree Murder Case Dismissed(PDF, 101KB)

Tuesday, November 24, 2020 - The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office filed today in superior court a motion to dismiss the second-degree murder charges against Cecilio Cruz. Two weeks ago, a mistrial was declared in the case after a Yavapai County jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict after ten hours of deliberation.

County Attorney Polk Appointed to National Effort to Improve Criminal Justice Data(PDF, 255KB)

Friday, November 20, 2020 - Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk today announced her appointment to the newly formed national steering committee to guide Justice Counts, the largest, most comprehensive effort to improve the availability and utility of criminal justice data to date.

County Attorney’s Office to Dismiss Pending Marijuana Charges Included in Proposition 207(PDF, 128KB)

Tuesday, November 10, 2020 - On November 3, 2020, voters in Arizona approved Proposition 207, an initiative that decriminalized personal possession and use of marijuana in an amount less than one ounce and limits personal cultivation of marijuana by a person age twenty-one (21) and older. The effective date of Proposition 207 will be in approximately 30 days. The County Attorney’s Office will begin implementing the will of the voters immediately.

Prescott Valley Man Sentenced to Prison for Fentanyl Drug Sales(PDF, 98KB)

Tuesday, November 3, 2020 - Jeffrey Richard Wagner, 28 years old of Prescott Valley, was sentenced today to 10 years flat time in the Arizona State Prison by the Honorable Krista Carman of the Yavapai County Superior Court. Wagner pled guilty on October 23, 2020, to two counts of Possession of Narcotic Drugs for Sale (Fentanyl and Heroin) with one prior historical conviction, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Misconduct Involving Weapons.

Transient Man Sentenced to Prison for Sexual Assault and Other Crimes(PDF, 101KB)

Tuesday, November 3, 2020 - On Friday, October 30, 2020, the Honorable Krista M. Carman of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced Sterling Austin Hinckley, 24, to the Arizona State Prison for a total of 12 years. Hinckley pled guilty on September 25, 2020, to Sexual Assault, Trafficking in Stolen Property, Forgery, Possession or Use of Narcotic Drugs, and Misconduct Involving Weapons from two separate cases.

Cottonwood Man Found Guilty by Jury of Drug Sales(PDF, 101KB)

Monday, October 26, 2020 - On Thursday, October 22, 2020, David Alexander Bremner, 54, of Cottonwood, was convicted by a Yavapai County jury of Possession of Dangerous Drugs for Sale, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Spiritous Liquor in Motor Vehicle.

Hughes Awarded State Bar Criminal Justice Award(PDF, 111KB)

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 - The Arizona State Bar has announced its 2020 Award Winners, awarding to Deputy Yavapai County Attorney Bill Hughes the Michael C. Cudahy Criminal Justice Award. This award is presented annually to a criminal law prosecutor who has worked tirelessly to advance the principles of criminal justice by representing the public’s interest with integrity, fairness, tenacity, creativity, brilliance, and, above all, professionalism. Mr. Hughes will receive the award at the State Bar Annual Convention in December.

Camp Verde Man Sentenced to Prison for Second Degree Murder(PDF, 101KB)

Wednesday, October 14, 2020 - On Tuesday, October 13, 2020, the Honorable Michael Bluff of the Yavapai County Superior Court sentenced Jesse Michael Etienne, 21, of Camp Verde, Arizona, to the Arizona State Prison for 16 years. Etienne was found guilty of Second Degree Murder by a Yavapai County Jury on January 31, 2020 and pled “no contest” to the charges of Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, both class six felonies, prior to the trial commencing.

Jury Finds Prescott Man Guilty of Aggravated Assault, Other Charges(PDF, 102KB)

Wednesday, September 23, 2020 - On Tuesday, September 22, 2020, Richard James Brannan, 41, of Prescott, was convicted by a Yavapai County jury of Aggravated Assault, Criminal Trespass, and Resisting Arrest. The trial judge, the Honorable Krista Carman, found Brannan guilty of the additional offense of Criminal Damage.

Paulden Man Sent to State Prison on Charges of Kidnapping and Attempted Sexual Assault(PDF, 99KB)

Tuesday, September 22, 2020 - On September 21, 2020, the Honorable Tina R. Ainley of the Yavapai County Superior Court, sentenced Hunter Vance Tingey, 21 years old of Paulden, to two years in the Arizona State Prison followed by lifetime probation with sex offender registration.

Arizona Experiencing Increase in Methamphetamine(PDF, 137KB)

Monday, September 14, 2020 - Arizona is experiencing a devastating increase of sellers and users of methamphetamine due to increased production of the drug and declining costs, according to a new report just released by the Arizona Substance Abuse Partnership (ASAP). Between 2015 to 2019, the retail price of meth decreased 58% while during the same period, federal, state, and local law enforcement saw a 342% increase in methamphetamine seizures. Fatal overdoses involving methamphetamine have also risen.
See Also: Methamphetamine - AZ Data Trends, Interdiction, and Statewide Prevention(PDF, 576KB)

Intoxicated Driver Who Caused Collision Given Four Months in Prison(PDF, 100KB)

Friday, September 4, 2020 - On Tuesday, August 25, 2020, the Honorable Thomas K. Kelley of the Yavapai County Superior Court, sentenced Peter Timothy Bihari, 67 years old of Prescott, to four months in the Arizona State Prison, followed by 5 years probation. Bihari pled guilty on July 28, 2020 to one count of Endangerment and one count of Aggravated Driving Under the Influence.

Meth Fueled Attack Leads to Prison(PDF, 100KB)

Friday, September 4, 2020 - Honorable John D. Napper of the Yavapai County Superior Court has sentenced Tyler Lee Sherman, 29 years old of Prescott, to 18 years in the Arizona State Prison. Sherman pled guilty on July 14, 2020, to Unlawful Imprisonment and 3 counts of Aggravated Assault.

County Attorney Administrative Professional Wins Lifetime Achievement Award(PDF, 209KB)

Wednesday, September 2, 2020 - Nancy Pascuzzi, a longtime employee of the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the statewide Annual Administrative Professionals Conference on Friday, August 28, 2020.

Cordes Lakes Man Sentenced to 70 Years in Prison for Child Sex Crimes(PDF, 98KB)

Friday, August 28, 2020 - This morning, the Honorable Krista M. Carman, sentenced Mercury J. Merritt, 34 years old of Cordes Lakes, to the Arizona State Prison for 70 years. Merritt pled guilty on July 27, 2020, on the charges of two counts of Child Molestation, five counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Under the Age of 15, and four counts of Attempted Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Under the Age of 15.

Prescott Woman Sentenced to Prison for Charges Stemming from Murder of her Mother(PDF, 151KB)

Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - The Honorable John D. Napper of the Yavapai County Superior Court has sentenced 48-year-old Tara Lynn Aven of Prescott to 17 years in the state prison. Aven pled guilty on June 1, 2020, to the charges of Hindering Prosecution in the First Degree Involving Murder, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Fraudulent Schemes and Artifices, Theft, and two counts of Forgery.

County Attorney Victim Advocate Wins Lifetime Achievement Award(PDF, 384KB)

Friday, August 21, 2020 - Judy Fagelman, a longtime employee of the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the statewide Annual Victim Advocate Conference.

Cottonwood Man Sentenced to Prison for Threatening Yavapai County Elected Officials(PDF, 152KB)

Monday, August 10, 2020 - David Michael Getzen, 59, of Cottonwood, was sentenced on July 31, 2020, to a total of 1.5 years in the Arizona state prison after pleading guilty to two counts of Impersonating a Peace Officer, both class six felonies.

County Attorney Sheila Polk Appointed by Governor to Chair the Arizona Substance Abuse Partnership.(PDF, 502KB)

Friday, December 27, 2019 - Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk has been appointed by Governor Doug Ducey to serve as Chair of the statewide Arizona Substance Abuse Partnership

Yavapai County Attorney's Office Announces Call for Bids for Managed Care Coordinator(PDF, 226KB)

Tuesday, October 1, 2019 - The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office announced today a Call for Bids for a Managed Care Coordinator for the office’s new Pretrial Diversion Program.

Yavpai County Attorney's Office Announces Plan to Launch Pretrial Diversion Program for Drug Offenders(PDF, 125KB)

Friday, August 16, 2019 - The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office announced today plans to launch a Pretrial Diversion Program. The purpose of the program will be to provide an alternative method to hold low level offenders—whose offense has a nexus to substance abuse—accountable for violations of the law through participation in an evidence-based education or treatment program that targets factors related to recidivism.

Two Yavapai County Prosecutors Win National Award(PDF, 156KB)

Tuesday, August 13, 2019 - Deputy Yavapai County attorneys Steve Young and Robert Johnson were given awards for Outstanding Advocacy in Capital and Complex Homicide Cases. The awards ceremony took place during the national conference of the Association of Government Attorneys in Capital Litigation (“AGACL”) last week in Austin, Texas.

Statement of Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk on the Supreme Court Decision in State v. Jones(PDF, 104KB)

Wednesday, May 29, 2019 - The consequences of today’s Arizona Supreme Court decision allowing the sale of high-potency drugs are troubling. The Court’s conclusion that the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act protects hashish (legally termed cannabis) is akin to finding that explosives produced from fertilizer are protected by laws allowing the sale of farm products.

Yavapai County Attorney Honors Outstanding Employees During Annual Luncheon(PDF, 111KB)

Thursday, April 18, 2019 - The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office recognized outstanding attorneys and staff during its Annual Luncheon held in March. Attendees also enjoyed a keynote presentation by Joanna Burton from the Arizona Softball Hall of Fame, who regaled the audience with Arizona’s softball history and tales of the early days.

ASU College of Law Honors Two Prescott Attorneys(PDF, 138KB)

Thursday, April 18, 2019 - Two local attorneys have been recognized as outstanding alumni by the Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Sheila Polk, Yavapai County Attorney, and Robert “Bob” Schmitt of Murphy, Schmitt, Hathaway Wilson & Becke were honored at a luncheon on April 11, 2019 for their significant achievements in their professional fields and their contributions to their local and national communities.

Money Recovered For Senior Victim of Fraud(PDF, 2MB)

Wednesday, January 9, 2019 - Money Recovered For Senior Victim of Fraud

Yavapai County Attorney Receives Award for Opioid Prevention Effort(PDF, 488KB)

Friday, August 3, 2018 - Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk was among a group of individuals and agencies recognized by Arizona HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area) for their work to reduce opioid misuse, abuse, addiction and death. The honorees, called the Arizona Opioid Response Group, received the award for Outstanding Prevention Effort on July 17, 2018, at the annual Arizona HIDTA Awards Ceremony.

Yavapai County Awarded Grant Monies From The Governor's Office of Highway Safety(PDF, 225KB)

Monday, June 18, 2018 - The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office recently received a grant for $5000.00 from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety for the upcoming Arizona Drug Summit, titled “Uniting for Solutions”. The two-day summit will be held in Phoenix, September 24 – 25, 2018.

Yavapai County Attorney Honors Outstanding Employees During Annual Luncheon(PDF, 168KB)

Tuesday, April 3, 2018 - The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office awarded outstanding attorneys and staff during its Annual Luncheon held in March. Attendees also enjoyed a keynote presentation by Fred Veil, executive director of the Sharlot Hall Museum, who regaled the audience with the history of the county and some law and order tales of the early days.

MATFORCE Director Merilee Fowler Wins State Award(PDF, 281KB)

Tuesday, April 3, 2018 - Merilee Fowler, Executive Director of MATFORCE, has been selected as the Arizona outstanding Director of the Year for Community Partnerships.

Arizona Law Enforcement Lauded by Holocaust Memorial Museum(PDF, 151KB)

Wednesday, March 28, 2018 - On March 15, 2018, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum presented to Arizona law enforcement professionals, including Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk, the Leadership Tribute Award for their work in learning and disseminating lessons from the Holocaust.

Yavapai County Awarded Grant Monies from the Governor's Office of Highway Safety(PDF, 224KB)

Tuesday, March 20, 2018 - The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office recently received a grant for $5000 from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety for the upcoming 24/7 National Summit.

Arizona Criminal Justice Commission Announces New Leadership(PDF, 184KB)

Thursday, January 25, 2018 - Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk Elected as New Chairperson, Safford Police Chief Joe Brugman Elected Vice-Chairperson